Academics

Whether you are exploring you options for an engineering major or have your sights set on a specific program, the experience-driven resources in Floyd Hall can help make your goals happen.  Your professors, alumni mentors, academic advisors and career advisors are all available to guide you.

As you learn and explore, you'll have Â鶹´«Ã½ to conduct research, work closely with outstanding faculty, and become involved in Â鶹´«Ã½ organizations with hands-on engineering projects and activities. You'll be career-ready and have real-world skills when you graduate.

What will I experience as an engineering and applied sciences Â鶹´«Ã½?

We offer 14 undergraduate programs in engineering, engineering technology and applied sciences, 12 master’s degree programs and three graduate certificates. Many of our master's degrees can be earned in just one additional year beyond the bachelor's level through our accelerated master’s program. The college offers eight doctoral programs.  

Â鶹´«Ã½'s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers 14 undergraduate engineering, technology and applied sciences programs that prepare graduates for exciting, productive careers in a wide variety of fields. Our graduates are placed both locally and worldwide. For more information on our majors, visit the program websites listed below or consult the WMU catalog.

For specific requirements for a major, consult the undergraduate catalog

You can earn both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as one additional year by completing an accelerated degree. Â鶹´«Ã½ offers the following accelerated degrees in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences:

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To learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements, please contact your academic advisor.

Ready to add new skills or boost your career? The College of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers three graduate certificates:

Â鶹´«Ã½'s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers 12 master's programs that prepare graduates for advanced technological and managerial positions. For more information on our graduate programs, visit the program websites listed below or consult the WMU catalog.

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International Students

Â鶹´«Ã½'s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers eight doctoral programs preparing graduates for positions in higher education, consulting or research and design. For more information on our doctoral programs, visit the program websites listed below or consult the WMU catalog.

The doctorate of philosophy program in engineering and applied sciences is designed to provide a flexible vehicle to tackle new and emerging areas of research that cut across multiple disciplines. This program, however, is not intended to replace any of the existing Ph.D. programs.

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International Students

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During my first year, I participated in the peer mentor program where my mentor opened many doors for me and helped me find my passion in industrial and entrepreneurial engineering.
—Rachel Millet, industrial engineering Â鶹´«Ã½

Resources for Â鶹´«Ã½s

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Supportive professors, study groups and tutoring

Whether you need help with course work, finding a major or getting involved with Â鶹´«Ã½ organizations, we have you covered. Check out these resources available right in Floyd Hall!.
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Technology resources

From our computer aided engineering lab to recommendations and software, we have the resources you need to succeed.
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Paying for college

Western is committed to making college affordable through scholarships and financial aid.
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Research and learning labs

75+ labs right in Floyd Hall include a Â鶹´«Ã½ projects lab.