Minot State University will host an open house launch event at which prospective students can learn about MSU’s newest degree, a Bachelor of Science in innovation engineering, and meet with program counselors and enrollment specialists.

The open house is set for Monday, Oct. 6, from 6-8 p.m. in the Minot State Student Center Conference Center.

Prospective students will learn from industry leaders and faculty about the demand for this new kind of engineering education in western North Dakota. Along with information, prospective students can sign up for a scholarship drawing.

MSU announced the addition of the degree in early September and will enroll students for the fall 2026 semester. Innovation engineering is planned to launch pending approval from the Higher Learning Commission.

“The program will provide new opportunities in engineering for our students while helping to address a strong workforce need for western North Dakota,” Bryan Schmidt, chair of the Department of Science.

The new program will focus on producing field-ready engineers. Innovation engineering will utilize a micro-credentialing system for specialized learning and will incorporate hands-on experience into its curriculum.