Our partnership with Washington University in St. Louis offers a dual-degree program in which students complete three years of pre-engineering study in chemistry or mathematics at Salve, followed by two years in Washington University’s School of Engineering and Applied Science.
Our Program
Our partnership combines a solid liberal arts degree with a strong engineering program, providing a robust education that prepares students for graduate school and a multitude of career pathways.
While at Salve, students take Core Curriculum courses and major in biochemistry, chemistry or mathematics. At Washington University, they study biomedical, chemical, electrical, mechanical or systems engineering and take a capstone course. Students who successfully complete both programs earn a B.A. from Salve and a B.S. from Washington University.
To be eligible for Washington University’s engineering program, students who complete the three-year pre-engineering program at Salve must maintain a 3.25 GPA, with no grade below C- in any mathematics or science courses, and have the written recommendation of the program liaison.
Program Spotlight: Washington University
Washington University’s School of Engineering and Applied Science promotes independent inquiry in engineering research and education with an emphasis on scientific excellence, innovation and collaboration without boundaries.
The dual-degree program is an attractive alternative to traditional engineering curricula. Program graduates are liberally educated engineers with strong communication and problem-solving skills, a broad background in the humanities and social sciences, and a high-quality technical education. Washington University’s program also includes options to earn a master’s degree with one additional year of study.
Kim Cummins, assistant dean, Washington University
Our Faculty
Through individualized research projects, our chemistry faculty provide opportunities for enhanced learning and intellectual development, empowering students to explore new ideas and make important scientific discoveries. Our mathematics faculty help students hone their reasoning and problem-solving skills with a challenging curriculum that explores the fundamentals of mathematics, statistics and computational science.
Life After Salve
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more than 1.6 million engineering jobs in 2016, with a median annual wage of $91,000. The bureau projects that nearly 140,000 new engineering jobs will be created by 2026.
Possible employers include:
- Federal commissions, departments and regulatory agencies
- Hospitals and health care facilities
- Medical equipment and supplies manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Private and national research laboratories
- Research facilities in educational and medical institutions
- Scientific or technical service companies
- Utility companies
Possible industries include:
Aerospace, agricultural, automotive, biotechnology, chemical, consumer products, defense, electronics, energy, environmental, food processing, heating and air conditioning, medical equipment, petroleum, pharmaceutical, plastics, telecommunications, textiles, transportation
Course Requirements
For each engineering track listed below, students will take additional electives at Washington University to complement their required coursework. Further details are available from the program liaison upon request.