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Degree from an EAC/ABET (Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET) or CEAB (Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board)-accredited engineering program. Official transcripts must be sent directly to Nebraska board from granting institution.

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE). Computer-based exam administered year-round with 110 questions. Board approval is not required in Nebraska to sit for the FE Exam.

Principles and Practice of Engineering Exam (PE). Board approval is required in Nebraska to sit for the PE Exam. In Nebraska, an individual can take the PE exam after passing the FE exam and graduating from an ABET/EAC- or CEAB-accredited program. Applicants must receive approval from the Nebraska Board prior to registering with NCEES.

Nebraska Engineers and Architects Regulation Act Exam. This exam is sent to applicants after passing the PE exam and must be successfully passed and sent back to the Board prior to license being issued.

At least four years of progressive engineering experience gained after a four-year engineering program or equivalent. Experience may start immediately following graduation. Experience must indicate that the applicant's work has been of increasing quality and has required greater responsibility. Only work of an engineering nature that follows graduation from a professional engineering program may be used. Graduate study credit available: 1 year for master's degree (3 years work + master's = 4 years total), 2 years for doctoral degree (2 years work + doctorate = 4 years total). A candidate may not satisfy the requirement until at least 48 months have elapsed after completion of their first engineering degree, irrespective of the combination of work experience and education credit. Due to LB755 (2020), Board reviews experience when applying for licensure, not when applying for PE exam.

Five references from individuals unrelated to you who can attest to your good reputation and good ethical character. Three must be professional engineers having personal knowledge of your engineering experience. Additionally, Rule 2.4.4.4 requires three references indicating the applicant's good reputation and ethical character when applying to sit for the PE exam.