Build Your Future With Engineering
Industrial engineering at Linfield focuses on optimizing systems, processes and organizations so they run more safely, sustainably and efficiently. With ABET‑aligned curriculum from the start and guidance from industry partners, the major combines analytical coursework with design‑centered studio and lab experiences supported by close faculty mentorship. You’ll explore operations research, workflow design, quality control, human factors and data‑driven decision‑making while strengthening the communication, ethical reasoning and human‑centered judgment that employers expect.
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What You Can Expect
Hands-on experience
Engineering experience from day one with close faculty mentorship.
Liberal arts foundation
A liberal arts foundation that strengthens your judgment, communication and creativity as an engineer.
Direct admission
A clear, direct‑admission pathway into high‑growth Oregon engineering careers.
Why Study Engineering at Linfield?
Industrial Engineering at Linfield is built for students who want to improve how organizations function and how people work within them. You’ll learn in small, collaborative classes where faculty mentorship supports your growth as both an analyst and a leader. The ABET‑aligned curriculum emphasizes systems thinking, data‑driven decision‑making and human‑centered judgment—skills shaped by input from Oregon industry partners who know what modern workplaces need. With the added strengths of a liberal arts education, you’ll graduate ready to optimize processes, enhance safety, increase sustainability and guide teams through meaningful operational change.
Accolades & Rankings
#1 College in Oregon
- TIME Magazine
#1 Liberal Arts College in Oregon for Social Mobility
- U.S. News and World Report
#1 Best Value College in Oregon
- Niche
Industrial Engineering Career Outlook
An industrial engineering degree can open doors for your career
Through 2034, industrial engineering-related occupations in Oregon are expected to grow by 14%*. In 2025, the median annual wage for those with an engineering degree was $105,000, exceeding the national average of $49,000. While your income heavily depends on where you live, your level of education and the depth of your experience, enriching your expertise can help support your career growth and financial stability.
Possible pathways include:
- Industrial Engineer
- Process Improvement Specialist
- Operations Analyst
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Supply Chain Engineer
- Systems Engineer
What financial assistance is available?
Financing your college education can feel like a lot to manage, but Linfield University is here to help make the process clearer and more manageable. Linfield’s Financial Aid Office offers personalized guidance from experienced counselors who can help you understand your options, plan ahead, navigate the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) and answer any questions along the way.
You can also plan ahead by estimating your cost of attendance using Linfield’s Cost Calculator.
Scholarships
Linfield University offers a variety of scholarship opportunities to help reduce the cost of college. When you apply for admission, you’ll automatically be considered for many Linfield scholarships. Additional scholarships are available based on academic interests, achievements, life experiences and personal background.
Learn more about available scholarships on Linfield’s Scholarships page.
Ready to take the next step?
Engineering Admission
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Questions about the program?
Reach out to our department chair and they will be happy to answer your questions.