I applied to and was accepted into the engineering programs at Northwestern and the Colorado School of Mines, but neither school had the charm, values and intentional global focus that Goshen had.
Bachelor of Arts
Engineering Physics
Major
Two Degrees, One Engineering Career
Start at a small college that knows your name, and finish as an engineer with two degrees.
Engineering Physics at Goshen College is built on the 3-2 engineering program: you study three years at Goshen and two at a partner engineering school, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in engineering. It’s a small college path into fields like aerospace, electrical, mechanical and renewable-energy engineering.
With supportive faculty and helpful academic advisors, moving to finish your degree is made easy and accessible. After three years at Goshen College, you spend two years at one of the college’s partnering universities: University of Notre Dame, Case Western Reserve University or Valparaiso University.
Engineering leadership in a thriving society
At Goshen College you’ll build a strong foundation in physics, mathematics and applied science, putting you in position to excel in your upper level engineering specialty.
Goshen College’s liberal arts studies, including our nationally recognized Global Education program will equip you with communication skills and appreciation for the human and cultural dimensions of any technical solution. You’ll be ready to lead teams in designing and implementing holistic solutions for tomorrow’s sustainable infrastructure.
Certification for secondary education in physics or physical sciences is also available through the Education department. If physics is your ultimate goal, consider a Goshen College physics major. View the complete program requirements in our catalog.
Built for Success
Engineering is demanding, but a small college is a real advantage. Goshen College’s close faculty mentorship means you’re known by name and and supported through the full 3-2 path.. You’ll be able to do hands-on research and internships from your first year, alongside students in other STEM majors.
How the 3-2 Engineering Program Works
The 3-2 program combines a liberal arts foundation from Goshen with an engineering degree from a leading engineering school. You spend three years at Goshen and two at a partner school, so you finish with two degrees.
Goshen has formal 3-2 partnership agreements with:
- University of Notre Dame
- Case School of Engineering at Case Western Reserve University
- Valparaiso University
Transferring to other engineering schools is possible and common, arranged on an individual basis with your advisor.
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Paying for Goshen
Scholarships make up a large part of Goshen financial-aid packages, which average almost $26,000 per student (not including work-study or loans).
Because the 3-2 path includes two years at a partner school, ask a financial aid counselor to walk through the full five-year picture with you. To see your own price after aid, run the net price calculator, or explore your options at the financial aid and scholarships pages.
Common Questions About Engineering Physics Major
You spend three years at Goshen, then two at a partner engineering school, the University of Notre Dame, Case Western Reserve University or Valparaiso University. Goshen grants your B.A. once you finish both schools’ requirements, so you graduate with two degrees. Transfer to other engineering schools is also possible on an individual basis.
The degree prepares you for careers in aerospace and electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics, renewable energy and industrial research, among others. The physics foundation is broad, so it also opens doors to graduate study and adjacent technical fields.
From your first year, you can conduct faculty-led research in active matter mechanical systems, or using satellite data to analyze droughts, intern with local manufacturers, engineering firms or research labs, present at regional and national conferences, and join interdisciplinary projects with other STEM students. These build real problem-solving, technical communication and collaboration skills.
To start your application as an engineering physics major at Goshen College, visit the apply page or request information first if you’d like to talk through fit and the 3-2 path before committing. You can also schedule a visit to meet physics faculty and see the campus.
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