Overview

The Engineering Science program at Pennsylvania State University is unique because it provides a broad foundation in the sciences and associated mathematics that underlie engineering and provides students the opportunity to obtain a depth of knowledge in an area of their choosing through technical electives and a senior thesis.
The curriculum is designed for students who seek to link the engineering disciplines with science. In addition to taking core courses in mathematics, physics and chemistry - (and biology for students in premedicine), students study thermodynamics, heat transfer, electromagnetics, solid and fluid mechanics, electrical devices, materials science, and topics selected as foundational and technical electives.
During the junior year, students investigate a variety of research fields and identify a topic for their honor thesis research and design project.
During the senior year, all students complete a capstone project on their chosen topic by writing a thesis that applies the scientific principles of research, design and analysis to engineering. Focus areas of study include, but are not limited to: electrical, mechanical, civil, biomedical, and materials engineering and are expected to be interdisciplinary. Hence, Engineering Science students achieve both depth and breadth in engineering and science, are able to function across disciplines, and graduate well prepared for advanced studies as well as professional employment.

Careers

Career opportunities for engineering science graduates are limited only by their imagination.
Because of the breadth of their training, engineering scientists are well prepared to lead national and international interdisciplinary teams in a diverse array of science and engineering endeavors, in addition to careers in law, medicine, business, politics, and government service.

Engineering science graduates are extremely well prepared for graduate study in most engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, aerospace, industrial, and materials, as well as graduate study in physics and mathematics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Experimental Chemistry
Engineering Design
Matrices
Calculus and Vector Analysis
General Physics: Wave Motion and Quantum Physics
Circuits and Devices
Engineering Applications of Wave, Particle, and Ensemble Concepts
Engineering Science Research Laboratory Experience
Senior Research and Design Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

131 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application
Official secondary school records
Official test scores: SAT or ACT
English language proficiency, if your native language is not English

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

43290 USD / year

≈ 43290 USD / year
Out-of-State

41790 USD / year

≈ 41790 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20644 USD / year

≈ 20644 USD / year

Living costs

University Park

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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