National Society of Professional Engineers

Student Chapter at The University of Texas at Arlington

The National Society of Professional Engineers was founded in 1934 to help Professional Engineers live out those commitments. NSPE helps its members work toward a safer, more forward-looking society through its support for the entire PE journey, from education to continual career growth.

Our Vision

A world where the public can be confident that engineering decisions affecting their lives are made by qualified and ethically accountable professionals.

Our Mission

Fostering licensed professional engineers in service to society.

Our Values

Ethics and Accountability

Public health, safety, and welfare above all other considerations
Recognized and authoritative expertise in licensure, ethics, and professional practice
Innovation to ensure the changing and future needs of the public are met

Qualifications

Professional standards and qualifications across disciplines
Commitment to the PE as the standard of practice for professional engineering
Commitment to NICET certification as the standard of practice for technicians

Professional Advancement

Assisting individuals in becoming licensed or appropriately certified
Continuous learning and professional growth
Exchange and advancement of knowledge in matters of concern to the profession and its relations with the outside world

Unity

Teamwork, unity, and fellowship across all disciplines and all levels of the engineering team
Diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring the profession is a reflection of society
A single integrated membership supported by seamless services provided through state and national societies and local chapters

NSPE UTA Student Chapter

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) Student Chapter of NSPE at the College of Engineering was chartered in the year of 2013 and restarted on March 25th of 2025.

NSPE UTA is affiliated with the Texas Society of Professional Engineers (TSPE) at the state level and TSPE-TX DFW Mid-Cities Chapter at the local level.

how to join the chapter

NSPE Student Membership is where the momentum begins, and a great way to get a head start on your professional journey. Make lifelong connections, pursue unique opportunities, and help shape the future of the profession — and national student membership is free while you’re in school.

If you are a current student enrolled in an engineering program at UTA's College of Engineering, you are eligible to join the student chapter (NSPE UTA) for academic advancement, professional advancement, and network building. NSPE UTA charges $15 for an academic year ($10 if you join in the Spring or Summer semester) as a Student Chapter fee to support students' activities of the chapter.

Follow the steps below to join NSPE UTA:

Start with an NSPE Student Membership Application (Link) by using your student email for free;
Select "Texas Society of Professional Engineers" and "TX 65 – University of Texas at Arlington" as your affiliations, and complete the Application;
Forward the NSPE confirmation email to UTA Chapter Secretary (ana6651 at mavs dot uta dot edu) and attach your picture and program information (e.g. civil, electrical, mechanical engineering, etc.);
Pay the NSPE UTA Chapter Fee ($15 for an academic year, $10 if you join in Spring or Summer) to the Treasurer of the NSPE UTA Chapter;
Your profile will be added to the NSPE UTA Website (Members page), and you will be officially invited to start with NSPE UTA Chapter activities.