Hiroshima Project Viewbook

Pacific Engineering Link

Educating tomorrow’s global leaders

Become a leader in the global electrical engineering workforce

The world runs on microelectronics, and University of Idaho and Hiroshima University [Pacific Engineering Link] puts you at the center of it all. With industries racing to develop faster, more efficient semiconductors and advanced microelectronics, companies need engineers who can push technology forward. Through this global education program, you’ll gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs at both Hiroshima University and University of Idaho. You’ll learn from highly regarded faculty and have access to competitive scholarships in both locations and industry internships in your last two years of education.

Beyond semiconductors, the shift to renewable energy is creating huge opportunities to design solar, wind, and battery storage systems, while power grid cybersecurity is critical to protecting the future of energy. And with AI, automation, and smart devices evolving rapidly, electrical engineers are at the heart of every innovation. If you’re ready to launch a global career in one of the most in-demand fields, this program is your pathway to success.

University of Idaho has been at the forefront of electrical engineering education since 1902.

HU ranks 3rd

among Japanese universities in THE’s Impact Rankings 2024

University

of Idaho Hiroshima University

IMMERSIVE GLOBAL

EXPERIENCE IN THE U.S.

AFFORDABLE TUITION IN THE FIRST TWO YEARS

A seamless path to a prestigious degree

Start at Hiroshima University for two years, then complete your final two years at the University of Idaho.

Years 1 and 2:

Study in English at Hiroshima University, close to home, with personalized support to prepare you for the next stage of your academic journey.

Years 3 and 4:

Transition to the University of Idaho where you’ll take advantage of experiential learning opportunities with multinational partner companies, learn from world-class faculty and have access to cutting-edge facilities.

Career outlook

Sizeable investments in semiconductor workforce development in Japan through government partnerships with international companies.

Top Employers

• Micron

• Intel

• Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

• Fujikin

• Micron Technology

• Onsemi

• The Boeing Company

• Rorze

• Intel

• Hewlett-Packard

• U.S. Naval Air Systems

• Command (NAVAIR)

Your degree is accredited

Our undergraduate Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

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— U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Graduate with hands-on experience

“The faculty at U of I are so approachable. If it wasn’t for them and the Next Generation Microelectronics Research Center lab, I wouldn’t have discovered my passion for microelectronics.”

— Srividya Raveendran ’23, Electrical Engineering Graduate

Srividya Raveendran ’23

Your success is

our priority

While you’re in the program, you will be supported by an academic advisor. As you progress toward graduation, you will transition to a faculty advisor specific to your degree. University of Idaho also offers career advising to students and alumni, from helping you find an internship to preparing for your first job after college.

Invitation to Idaho is a tuition waiver for qualified new transfer students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree who meet specific criteria. Invitation to Idaho can result in savings of nearly $16,000 per year.

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Join clubs and professional societies:

• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

• International Microelectronics & Packaging Society (IMAPS)

• Power and Energy Society (PES)

• Society of Women Engineers (SWE)

• Tau Beta Pi - Engineering Honor Society (TBP)