Overview

Graduates become engineers and product designers. Ideal for students who love math and science and willing to explore new frontiers, the program offers three concentrations: mechanical, manufacturing, and electrical power. Students apply their new-found knowledge in our Project-based Learning (PBL) approach with companies across the region, and beyond, through WCU’s Center for Rapid Product Realization. WCU is one of only three University of North Carolina system institutions to offer the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.

What You'll Learn

The Engineering program at Western Carolina University focuses on a foundation of math, science, and engineering courses, including Calculus, Physics, Mechanics, Circuits, and Engineering Design. Each of the three concentrations requires upper-level courses such as Design of Machine Elements (mechanical), Design of Manufacturing Systems (manufacturing), and Power Electronics (electric power). All students are required to participate in a two-semester senior capstone project for industrial sponsors under the guidance of faculty members and industry mentors.

Where You'll Go

Program graduates find work in advanced manufacturing, product design and development, product testing and reliability, mechanical and electric design, engineering simulation and analysis, research and development, engineering project management, and power distribution. Alternately, some graduates may choose to enroll in graduate studies to deepen their knowledge and further expand their career possibilities.

Programme Structure

Bachelor of Science in Engineering curriculum include:

Computer Utilization
Mechanics of Materials
Material Science
Composition
Calculus
General Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Any fall applications submitted or completed after February 2 will be considered on space available basis.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

126 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cullowhee, United States
Asheville, United States

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 1145 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

Your application to WCU begins with a strong academic record. We particularly look for:

Competitive Coursework
Competitive Grades and Class Rank (if Applicable)
Competitive Sat I or Act Scores
Background Checks
Academic Program Requirements

Computer Requirement

Required Actions and Records

Application
Application Fee
High School Transcript
Standardized Test Scores
College Transcripts
Credit Examinations

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

11138 USD / year

≈ 11138 USD / year
Out-of-State

11138 USD / year

≈ 11138 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7138 USD / year

≈ 7138 USD / year

Living costs

Cullowhee

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Engineering.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

What You'll Learn

Where You'll Go

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Cullowhee

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners