Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Registration at the College of Engineering

The first step to become certified as a Professional Engineer (PE) is to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, formerly known as the EIT. This exam is offered twice a year at the University of Illinois, in October and April. Registration for fall exam is typically in mid-September while registration for the spring exam falls around February. Note:To register for the FE exam through Continental Testing, you must be within one calendar year of graduation and be a current undergraduate student at UIUC. Others need to contact the Illinois Department of Regulation to register for the exam.

Many employers offer higher salaries and greater opportunities for advancement to licensed PE's.
Only PE's can consult in private practice.
Only PE's can seal company documents to be sent to the government.
PE's have more credibility as expert witnesses in court than most engineers.

U of I engineers have a pass rate of well over 95% on the FE Exam, which is much greater than the national pass rate of 73%. Therefore, the College of Engineering urges all of its seniors to sign up for the next FE exam. After passing this test, there are only three more steps in obtaining a PE license.

Graduate with a bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering curriculum (all curricula in the College of Engineering except Engineering Physics).
Gain four years of engineering experience under the supervision of a registered professional engineer.
Pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) Exam.

Students that need special accomodations for the exam should obtain a request form from Disability Resources and Educational Services (call testing at 217/333-4604, or email testing@disability.uiuc.edu). This request form needs to be returned to Continental Testing, P.O. Box 100, LaGrange, IL 60525 before the last day of registration.

The College of Engineering of Engineering fully supports the needs and opportunities of all engineering students.

Important Information from CTS!

It is necessary for you to provide CTS (Continental Testing Services, Inc.) with your permanent address (there are change of addresses forms at the test) at the exam. If you move, please contact CTS and the Illinois Department of Regulation and provide them with a new address.

Please refer to FAQ Section before contacting College of Engineering to see if this section answers your question.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Kay Kappes(mksimmon@uiuc.edu) in 206 Engineering Hall at 217/333-2280