Mississippi State Engineering – FE Exam
Formed in 1928 by the state legislature, the Mississippi Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors’ mission is to protect life, health and property as well as advocate the welfare of the public through the provision of a complete and in-depth registration process for Professional Engineer and Surveyors thus making sure that each person is adequately qualified to practice in the state of Mississippi. It is also the responsibility of the Board to regulate the practice of engineering and surveying in the state through investigation and disciplinary authority granted by Title 73, Chapter 13 of the Mississippi Code.
The Board ensures that those who are entering these practices must be able to meet the minimum standards of competency (including passing the FE Exam), and maintain such standards during their practice. The Board makes final licensing decisions and penalize those who violate the licensing laws.

oard Contact Information:
Website | www.pepls.state.ms.us |
Name | Rosemary Brister |
[email protected] | |
Phone | (601) 359-6160 |
Fax | (601) 359-6159 |
Address | 660 North Street, Ste. 400 Jackson, MS 39202 |
Fee Schedule:
Fee for FE/EIT exam application | $25 |
Fee for FE/EIT exam | $45 |
Fee for FE re-exam | $45 |
Fee for EIT certification | $0 |
Fee for EIT certification by comity or transfer of EIT | $0 |
Fee for EIT renewal | $0 |
Frequency of EIT renewal | N/A |
When can I take the Engineer in Training exam? If you are enrolled in an EAC/ABET accredited engineer program, you can take the exam in your last year before graduating.
What educational programs are accepted for taking the Engineer in Training exam? Any EAC/ABET accredited engineering program.
Are there any programs equivalent to EAC/ABET accepted for taking the Engineer in Training exam? Yes, Programs accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board and programs ABET accredits as substantially equivalent.
Does the Board accept equivalent Foreign Education? Yes, uses or requires the applicant to use a Foreign Education evaluation service to determine eligibility.
What are acceptable Foreign Evaluation systems: CPEES (Center for Professional Engineering Education Services)
When in the licensing process is an applicant required to obtain a foreign degree evaluation? Prior to taking the Engineer in Training (EIT), FE exam.
What terms are restricted in their usage in the state? Engineer, Variations of “engineer” (e.g., registered engineer, licensed engineer), and Professional Engineer
How does state license Engineers? As a professional engineer, allowed to practice in his/her area(s) of competency, regardless of which discipline of the professional examination was taken for licensure.
Have further questions? Check the Frequently Asked Questions or visit www.pepls.state.ms.us to get the most up to date information