Pre-Engineering Dual Degree Program
If you’re analytical and love problem-solving, the dual-degree Pre-Engineering Program at Florida Southern College and Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL) is a pathway to becoming a skilled engineer with a strong foundation in liberal arts and technical engineering.
Engineers are responsible for some of the greatest inventions and technology the world depends on. Industries as diverse as banking, manufacturing, medicine, aerospace, and defense rely on the analytical skills engineers possess.Top Reasons
Earn Two Degrees
Combine a liberal arts and sciences education with the technical aptitude gained by attending (WUSTL) prestigious engineering program.Go Beyond
Gain a competitive advantage over other engineering graduates with an expanded range of skills sought after by prospective employers as well as graduate schools.Small Class Sizes
Benefit from Florida Southern’s supportive, personalized environment and develop the skills and confidence needed for success in engineering.Engaged Learning
Gain hands-on research experience in a wide range of disciplines including robotics, genetics, physics, or chemistry.Pathway Structure
Phase 1: Florida Southern College
Complete the foundational classes in math and science required for admission to the dual-degree program, while still having the freedom to major in any field you choose. Pre-engineering students at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ most often choose to pursue a degree in:
This phase focuses on building a strong liberal arts foundation, emphasizing problem solving abilities, and fostering knowledge in the humanities and social sciences.
Phase 2: Washington University in St. Louis
After completing your pre-engineering and major coursework at ¹û¶³´«Ã½, you’ll transition to the McKelvey School of Engineering at WUSTL to finish your engineering degree. This pathway allows you to earn both a bachelor's degree from ¹û¶³´«Ã½ and an engineering degree from WUSTL, with three flexible options:
- 3-2 Program- With three years at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ and two at WUSTL, you enter engineering studies sooner, giving you a quicker start in technical courses and professional networking.
- 4-2 Program- Four years at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ allows for a deeper engagement with your major and broader liberal arts studies, strengthening your critical thinking, communication, and interdisciplinary skills.
- 3-3 Graduate Option- For students interested in advanced degrees, this program also offers automatic acceptance into WUSTL's 3-3 program, allowing you to earn a bachelor's degree from ¹û¶³´«Ã½, and both a bachelor's and a master's degree in engineering from WUSTL.
At WUSTL, you can specialize in engineering fields such as:
How to Apply for the Pre-Engineering Dual Degree Program
If you're interested in the Pre-Engineering Dual Degree Program with Florida Southern College and Washington University in St. Louis, here's how to get started:
- Contact the Faculty Liaison Officer - Contact Jason Montgomery at jmontgomery@flsouthern.edu for detailed information about the program requirements, structure, and application process.
- Talk to Your Admissions Counselor - Your ¹û¶³´«Ã½ admissions counselor can provide additional guidance on how this program fits your academic and career goals. They can help you understand the next steps and ensure your application is complete.
Accreditation Information
Florida Southern College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees. Washington University in St. Louis is not accredited by the Commission on Colleges and the accreditation of Florida Southern College does not extend to or include Washington University in St. Louis or its students. Further, although Florida Southern College agrees to accept certain course work from Washington University in St. Louis to be applied toward an award from Florida Southern College, that course work may not be accepted by other colleges or universities in transfer, even if it appears on a transcript from Florida Southern College. This decision to accept course work in transfer from any institution is made by the institution considering the acceptance of credits or course work.
Program Details
Admission Requirements
First-Years
All freshman applicants to Florida Southern Colleges full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
- A completed application form
- An official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores (unless applying Test-Optional)
- Academic recommendation
Transfers
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy.
- A completed application form
- Personal statement
- All official college transcripts
- Social standing form
If transferring less than 24 credits, we also need your:
- Official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores
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