Overview

The Engineering - Double Degree at Sacred Heart University offers a unique dual-award pathway in collaboration with prestigious partner institutions such as Columbia University and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). This integrated programme allows students to cultivate a broad intellectual background in the liberal arts while gaining specialised technical expertise in a chosen engineering discipline. By combining these two distinct educational approaches, graduates emerge as well-rounded leaders equipped with the communication skills and technical proficiency required for modern industry.

Why Engineering - Double Degree at Sacred Heart University?

This programme provides a personalised learning environment during the initial three years at the university's Fairfield campus. Students benefit from dedicated academic advising to navigate complex prerequisite requirements and ensure a seamless transition to partner schools. The curriculum is grounded in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, encouraging students to apply engineering design and innovation in service to the human community. Furthermore, the university's IDEA Lab and partnerships with industry leaders like Sikorsky provide hands-on opportunities for students to engage with robotics, AI, and advanced coding before they even transfer.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 26045 per semester
National fee: USD 26045 per semester
Local fee: USD 25042 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured into specific tracks that pair a liberal arts major at the home institution with a technical major at a partner school. Modules may include:

Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Applied Physics
Engineering Mechanics
Operations Research
Earth and Environmental Engineering

Careers with Engineering - Double Degree

Graduates of this dual-degree programme are highly sought after by employers due to their unique blend of technical credentials and liberal arts competencies. The programme prepares students for leadership roles across various sectors, including aerospace, biomedical technology, civil infrastructure, and chemical manufacturing. By holding two bachelor's degrees, alumni demonstrate a high level of adaptability and a comprehensive understanding of the social and historical contexts of engineering. Many graduates enter the workforce immediately as professional engineers, while others leverage their diverse background to pursue funded graduate research or management positions within global engineering firms.

Programme Structure

Program Tracks:

Chemistry to Biomedical Engineering at RPI Track

Chemistry to Chemical & Biological Engineering at RPI Track

Math to Industrial Management Engineering at RPI Track

Math to Mechanical or Civil Engineering at Columbia

Chemistry to Chemical or Materials Science Engineering at Columbia Track

Computer Science to Mechanical or Civil Engineering at Columbia Track

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications received thereafter will be considered within our Regular Decision plan

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Fairfield, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Overall GPA: 3.30 for RPI; 3.50 for Columbia

Pre-engineering courses GPA: 3.30 average for RPI; no course below 3.0 for Columbia

Completion of all pre-engineering foundation prerequisite courses for intended engineering major

Completion of SHU major & degree requirements

3+2 students will receive priority admission to Columbia

Students who’s application demonstrates they’ve satisfied all RPI prerequisites (according to one of the three defined RPI tracks) are guaranteed admission to RPI provided there is an available space in the chosen engineering discipline.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

52090 USD / year

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Out-of-State

52090 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

50084 USD / year

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Living costs

Fairfield

United States

1736 - 2740 USD / month

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