College of Science and Engineering

Academic Departments

Through our academic programs, research opportunities, real-world experiences and unique facilities, you will be inspired to join the next generation of innovative scientists and engineers.

Agriculture

Biology

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Computer Science

Engineering

Mathematics

Physics and Geosciences

College News

2025 Outstanding Graduate Students, May 9

Project Defender: Empowering Students and Protecting Our Communities, May 6

Around the College

An Angelo State engineering professor showing his students a water machine.

START @ Angelo State

START @ Angelo State, allows incoming freshmen to participate in mathematics classes and campus-enhancing experiences. This free program is intended for students who have an interest in majoring in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) field, although it is not a requirement.

Angelo State Biology students inside the greenhouse looking at plants and taking notes.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

From the Hunter Strain Engineering Labs, Angelo State Natural History Collections and new ASU Greenhouse to our 6,000-acre MIR Center/ASU Ranch, our science and engineering facilities are second to none. These are just some of the facilities where you will gain valuable hands-on experience in your chosen field.

Two Angelo State engineering students working together on a lab

STEM LLC

Live in Plaza Verde Residence Hall with other STEM majors and participate in activities, events, and research with faculty

The College of Science and Engineering hosted its first-ever Lab Night with all of the departments participating and offering activities ...

STEM Outreach

Our STEM Outreach program strives to engage students in underserved schools and communities with hands-on, inclusive learning experiences that will inspire scientific curiosity, promote STEM literacy, and connect diverse talents to future majors and careers.

<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The goal of the department to make ‘practice-ready engineers’ has made a huge impact on my perception and knowledge of engineering.” Ty Lee, Class of 2018, Civil Engineering </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I cannot express enough the value of ASU. You won’t walk out of here saddled with enormous debt, and that’s no small thing. ASU really offers an exceptional and accessible education.” <a href="/live/news/19474-asu-trailblazer-dr-michael-patyrak">Dr. Michael Patyrak</a>, Lead Team Radiologist, Dallas Cowboys, Class of 2002 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The engineering department is committed to graduating practice-ready engineers who have been given every opportunity to practice their technical training and develop the broader skills needed to apply that training in the workplace.” Caleb Miller, Class of 2018, Civil Engineering </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “My professors bent over backward to make my dream of becoming a doctor come true.” <a href="/live/news/19496-asu-trailblazer-katie-jo-light">Katie Jo Light</a>, Biology, Class of 2016 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “No matter where you’re from, keep any open mind about ASU. The West Texas collegiality and community really make ASU feel like home, and there is strength in that. Anyone can thrive in this kind of environment.” <a href="/live/news/19474-asu-trailblazer-dr-michael-patyrak">Dr. Michael Patyrak</a>, Lead Team Radiologist, Dallas Cowboys, Class of 2002 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “ASU can provide you with a great education and learning environment over a broad spectrum of professional career fields, it can also help you achieve your goals and succeed in your professional endeavors. It certainly did for me.” <a href="/live/news/19259-asu-trailblazer-dr-j-warren-brasher">Dr. J. Warren Brasher</a>, Class of 1995, Biology </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I found that my educational base allowed me to easily excel in my doctoral studies.” <a href="/live/news/19259-asu-trailblazer-dr-j-warren-brasher">Dr. J. Warren Brasher</a>, Class of 1995, Biology </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I am happy to receive an engineering degree from Angelo State.” Ty Lee, Class of 2018, Civil Engineering </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Certainly the quality of my ASU education played a huge role in preparing me for the rigors of medical school. I’d honestly estimate I came in as prepared as any of my classmates from any other college.” <a href="/live/news/19474-asu-trailblazer-dr-michael-patyrak">Dr. Michael Patyrak</a>, Lead Team Radiologist, Dallas Cowboys, Class of 2002, </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I only applied to one college, was accepted, and graduated ASU with a degree in applied physics. I’m proud to tell people that ASU now has a great engineering program.” Travis Barnett, CEO, Centerline Engineering & Consulting, Class of 2012 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The Angelo State Agriculture Department provided me with a multitude of opportunities to seek out potential careers and a great education.” Corey Owens, Class of 2005 and 2007 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “What truly sets the ASU Ag Department apart is the opportunities for internships and our ability to place students in successful careers when they graduate.” Corey Owens, Class of 2005 and 2007 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “One strength that the ASU engineering program has is small class sizes. As a result, the learning experience is very personal and you have more one-on-one time with your professors.” Robert Kody Womack, Class of 2022, Mechanical Engineering </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The focus is on you as a student. It’s not going to be, ‘the faculty is worried about their research.’ It’s going to be, ‘how can I prepare this student, not only to become successful, but to ready them for the workplace and work on a team to come up with the best solution possible for whatever project they’re working on?’” Deyton Riddle, Class of 2018, Civil Engineering </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The faculty have really prepared us. I feel prepared, not only to become a successful engineer, but to be ready for the workplace and to work on a team to come up with the best solution for our infrastructure.” Deyton Riddle, Class of 2018, Civil Engineering </blockquote>

About Us

Develop and deliver an outstanding curriculum so that graduates of the College of Science and Engineering are well-prepared for both employment and graduate or professional education.
Deliver high-quality service courses to all students and programs at the university.
Promote and support inquiry and scholarship in STEM.
Through teaching, scholarship, service, and outreach, inspire engagement in and knowledge of STEM.
Acquire and maintain the equipment, supplies, and other resources necessary to support the teaching, scholarship, and service missions of the college.