For MechE Seniors – Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam Info

The registration for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is now open.  You may register for the exam on the NCEES website:  http://ncees.org/exams/

 The exam is now a computer based test and the nearest testing locations to Cornell are Endicott (Binghamton) or Syracuse.   Here are some details about the exam.

  1. The exam can be taken in any state if that is more convenient, and you might choose to take it over January break or Spring break at home. 
  2. The registration fee is $225. 
  3. The exam is offered:  January-February, April-May, July-August, October-November. 
  4. You must choose a module for the afternoon session.  In the past most students have chosen “other disciplines”.  Please see link for an overview of the topics in the different modules before deciding:  http://ncees.org/exams/fe-exam/  
  5. Students who have received or will receive their Bachelors from an accredited ABET program Do Not need to fill out NYS Form 1 or Form 2.

 Students who graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from an educational institution outside of the US or from a non-ABET accredited program,  must first get approval from NYS before registering online for the exam. 

Note: The Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is an accredited program. 

If you have any questions, please contact Professor Michael Timmons mbt3@cornell.edu , Professor Jery Stedinger jrs5@cornell.edu, or Nadine Porter ndp5@cornell.edu .