WVU Statler College to launch nuclear engineering pathway

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WVU Statler College to launch nuclear engineering pathway

https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/09/28/wvu-statler-college-to-launch-nuclear-engineering-pathway

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West Virginia University will offer a specialized academic curriculum for students pursuing careers in the atomic energy sector. Starting in 2027, the program introduces coursework covering reactor fundamentals, power plant systems, and medical applications. The structure allows undergraduates in any engineering discipline to acquire targeted technical skills.

The academic expansion aligns with recent Department of Energy initiatives establishing Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses in the state. Regional programs address workforce shortages by connecting students with federal research projects, national laboratories, and industry partners. Cultivating a steady pipeline of trained professionals supports nationwide deployment of advanced reactor technologies and fuel cycle infrastructure.

As the Mountain State looks toward a future shaped in part by nuclear innovation, West Virginia University is laying the academic groundwork to prepare engineering students for careers across the expanding nuclear sector.

The WVU Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources will offer new academic opportunities designed to equip engineering students with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue careers in nuclear engineering and nuclear energy industries. (WVU Photo/Paige Nesbit)

Beginning in 2027, the WVU Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources will introduce courses that establish the foundation of a nuclear engineering career pathway for eligible students across engineering disciplines.

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