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Meeting the NCEES Engineering Education Standard through credentials evaluation. NCEES Credentials Evaluations must transmit a copy of its report directly to the Nebraska Board. If any deficiencies are identified, they will need to be corrected or removed by the Board prior to approval. NCEES will only conduct evaluations where the applicant has graduated from: (1) A foreign (non-U.S.) engineering degree program; OR (2) A US-based, non-EAC/ABET-accredited degree program in engineering, engineering technology, related science, or mathematics only when coupled with a master's degree or doctorate from a program that is EAC/ABET-accredited at the undergraduate or graduate level. Engineering technology degrees typically do not meet the NCEES Engineering Education Standard due to a deficiency in engineering sciences and design.

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. 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. Graduate study credit available with same provisions as ABET pathway. A candidate may not satisfy the requirement until at least 48 months have elapsed after completion of their first engineering degree.

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.