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Engineering Majors for Undergraduates
Explore Widener's undergraduate bachelor of science (BS) engineering programs and build the foundation for a breakthrough career.
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Explore Our Undergraduate Engineering Majors
Choose your engineering major: biomedical, chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical, robotics or construction management. No matter what you study, you'll take the inside track to a successful career fueled by innovation, imagination, and leadership.
Gain paid work experience at the region's top employers—and still graduate in four years—through Widener's co-op program. Perform life-changing research in state-of-the-art laboratories. Form a network of supportive professors, successful alumni, and industry partners. The expertise and community you build here will prepare you to hit the ground running as an engineer.
Choose Your Engineering Major
Behind many of the most groundbreaking advances in devices and equipment for improving human health is a biomedical engineer. Biomedical engineers play a critical role in the design of artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, health management and care delivery systems, medical devices used in various medical procedures, and imaging systems.
As a student, you'll combine engineering principles to problem solve within biology and medicine with the aim to help improve the quality of human life.
A bachelor's in chemical engineering in the newly designed chemical and materials engineering program will allow you to become a key professional in discovering, developing, and producing food, fuels, pharmaceuticals, clean water, and modern materials used in electronics, apparel, and construction.
As a student, you'll develop a strategic blend of knowledge in chemistry, physics, mathematics and engineering to develop, design, and operate industrial processes involving chemical and physical changes.
Modern life wouldn’t be possible without civil engineers. By creating solutions, civil engineers have a meaningful impact on the environment and people's everyday lives: from traveling to school, to taking a shower, to living in an environmentally efficient home.
As a student, you'll use imagination, creativity, and technical knowledge to design, construct, and maintain the systems that keep our society functioning.
As we enter an era of rapid growth in the construction industry, construction management professionals will be at the heart of this transformative journey.
Prepare to meet the need by developing a dynamic skill set encompassing project management, technical expertise, effective communication, strong leadership, innovative problem-solving, risk mitigation, financial proficiency, and ethical principles.
Learn more about the construction management major.
Electrical engineers play a big role in keeping the world running. As inventors, designers, and builders, electrical engineers understand how to manipulate currents and voltages to impact all areas of technology, from the smallest microchip in a cell phone to an entire power grid that lights up a city.
As a student, you will be immersed in a field of modern technology with a variety of paths to follow, from electronics and telecommunications to power generation and distribution.
Mechanical engineering is a critical subdivision of engineering that centers on creating technologies to meet society's needs. Without it, many of our most-used technologies like cars, airplanes, and even refrigerators wouldn't exist.
From design to the marketplace, mechanical engineers play a key role in the entire manufacturing process of a product. Using problem-solving techniques, mechanical engineers analyze their work to ensure designs function safely and efficiently.
The robotics field is on the cusp of influencing every aspect of the way we work and live and is expanding into almost every industry, including aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, health care, homeland security, pharmaceutical, and transportation.
Join a robotics engineering program that is leading the region and is among only a few pioneering institutions offering this exciting focus nationwide. If you enjoy solving technical challenges and love being creative, becoming a robotics major could be the perfect fit for you.
Take Your Engineering Major Further
No matter your major, you can pursue a dual degree in another field of engineering or physics. This enables you to earn a bachelor of science in engineering and another discipline within 4 years.
To learn more about dual degree options, contact the chairs of both departments to arrange your schedule accordingly.
Outlook & Outcomes for Engineering Majors
Why Choose an Engineering Major at Widener?
Conduct Cutting-Edge Research
Shape the future of engineering in state-of-the-art labs with modern equipment. You'll partner with renowned faculty—who are always eager to collaborate with students on projects—and learn by doing, enhancing your technical skills along the way. You'll also have ample opportunities to present your research at international conferences, broadening your global perspective.
Experience Mentorship & Support From Day One
Expand Your Network & Engage On Campus
Ease your transition to college by joining your classmates in our engineering Living Learning Community (LLC). This unique opportunity familiarizes first-year students with engineering majors and faculty while addressing personal development, academic skills, and success in the engineering profession.
Biomedical engineering majors also have the opportunity to join various clubs and organizations across campus and beyond to expand their network.
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Admissions & Aid
Our admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you every step of the way. Have a question? Ask away!
Admissions Information
Financial Aid
Submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step to getting you the financial assistance to make the cost of college—an investment in your future—affordable. This free, online application is the gateway to grants, loans, and other forms of financial aid. Every year, the U.S. Department of Education offers billions of dollars in financial aid to eligible students. Widener gets in on the action, too, annually awarding aid to students with need.
You and at least one parent or caregiver will need a separate FSA ID to access the Federal Student Aid's online system and serve as your legal signatures. Make sure to create your unique FSA IDs before you get started. Our school code is 003313.
Paths to Savings
Nearly 100% of Undergrad Students Receive Financial Aid
Nearly 100% of new full-time undergraduate students receive significant financial aid offers that reduce out-of-pocket costs and make a Widener education not only affordable, but well worth the investment. In fact, once your total financial aid is calculated, the cost of a Widener education is often equal to if not lower than other competitive universities–but with far superior outcomes for your career and earning potential.
The first step to see how much aid you qualify for is submitting the FAFSA.
Scholarships Start at $100,000 Over 4 Years
(including $20,000 per academic year for transfer students)
Funding you don't have to pay back after graduation? That's a win-win! Scholarships and grants are a way for the university and other organizations to honor the academic, merit, and talent-based achievements of our students.
4+1 Students Save Time & Tuition
In the Accelerated Advantage 4+1 program, you can save up to a year of tuition by pursuing a master's degree—resulting in thousands of dollars in savings. During your fifth year of study, you can also apply for graduate-level scholarships and assistantships to further reduce education costs. To learn more about graduate scholarships and assistantships, please speak with your academic advisor during the spring semester of your senior year.
Earn an Income with a Paid Co-Op & Still Graduate On-Time
Tap into our wide network of Philly-area employers and experience a full-time, paid co-op. In addition to earning an income, you do not pay tuition while on co-op. You can also choose to live on campus, at home, or even travel for your co-op.
ROTC Cadets Eligible for Up to 100% Tuition Coverage
Cadets in the ROTC program are given the opportunity to have a significant portion of their education paid for through scholarships—as high as 100% full-tuition coverage. If eligible, the scholarship program has numerous benefits for cadets including room and board, a monthly stipend, and more.
After graduation, cadets also have a direct pathway to a paid career with the option to advance into the military as a commissioned officer.
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