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Engineer, Professional License in Nebraska

Quick Answer

To become a licensed Professional Engineer in Nebraska, you must hold an ABET-accredited degree, pass the NCEES FE and PE exams plus a Nebraska laws exam, gain 4 years of experience, and pay a $150 application fee with $80 biennial renewal.

Exam
NCEES FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) and PE (Principles and Practice of Engineering) plus Nebraska-specific statutes and rules exam
Total Cost
$810 (est.)
Timeline
6-8 years (4-year degree + 4 years experience)
Renewal
Every Biennial

Requirements

Engineer, Professional license in Nebraska

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Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Estimated Costs Est.

Application Fee
$150
Exam Fee
$580
Renewal Fee
$80
Total Estimated Cost
$810

Licensing Agency

Nebraska Board of Engineers & Architects

Cost Breakdown

Estimated costs for getting your Engineer, Professional license in Nebraska. Values marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions.

Enter the cost of your pre-licensing education program

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Application FeeEst.$150
Exam FeeEst.$580
Total Estimated Cost$730

Fees marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions and may not reflect current pricing. Verify with the Nebraska licensing board.

Engineer, Professional Salary in Nebraska

Entry Level

$65,530

Median

$99,360

Experienced

$137,650

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Engineer, Professional in Nebraska.

  1. 1

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency. Application fee: ~$150.

  2. 2

    Receive Your License

    Processing typically takes 6-8 years (4-year degree + 4 years experience).

Engineer, Professional Licensing in Nebraska: What to Know

Nebraska requires a degree from an ABET/EAC-accredited engineering program, passage of the NCEES FE and PE exams, and four years of progressive engineering experience. A master's degree counts as one year of experience and a doctorate as two years. The license application filing fee is $150, PE exam application is $30 plus NCEES testing fees, and biennial renewal is $80 due by December 31. A separate Nebraska-specific exam on statutes, rules, and other requirements is also required. Comity applicants may qualify through an NCEES Record meeting Model Law Engineer standards, meeting Nebraska initial requirements, or having 15+ years of licensure in another jurisdiction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Engineer, Professional license cost in Nebraska?
The estimated total cost is $810, including application fees, exam fees ($580), and education costs.
How long does it take to get a Engineer, Professional license in Nebraska?
The process typically takes 6-8 years (4-year degree + 4 years experience), depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
What exam do I need for a Engineer, Professional license in Nebraska?
You need to pass the NCEES FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) and PE (Principles and Practice of Engineering) plus Nebraska-specific statutes and rules exam. N/A

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.