The School of Engineering and Applied Science was organized in 1884 as the Corcoran Scientific School of Columbian University. It was named in honor of William W. Corcoran, president of the University’s Board of Trustees from 1869 to 1888. The school was among the first to accept women for degree candidacy in engineering. The organization and offerings of the school have evolved over the years, but throughout most of its history the program has been characterized by its emphasis on the principles guiding the advancement of technology.

Through its five departments—Civil and Environmental Engineering; Computer Science; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Engineering Management and Systems Engineering; and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering—the School of Engineering and Applied Science offers undergraduate study leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Science (with majors in biomedical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and systems engineering), and Bachelor of Arts (with majors in applied science and technology and in computer science). Five-year bachelor’s/master’s degree programs are available for selected majors. In cooperation with the Law School, an integrated engineering and law program leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts and the Juris Doctor is offered.

The School of Engineering and Applied Science maintains extensive and varied computing facilities as well as an array of laboratory facilities to support study and research in areas including computer science, computer engineering, graphics, computer-aided design, robotics and computer-aided manufacturing, computer-aided engineering, artificial intelligence, software engineering, decision support systems, interactive multimedia, power systems, control systems, optical imaging, image analysis, ultrasound imaging and therapy, cardiac electrophysiology, bioinformatics, combustion diagnostics, fluid mechanics and hydraulics, environmental engineering, propulsion, soil mechanics, thermal sciences and instrumentation, and materials science.

SEAS Regulations

Academic Work Load

A full-time undergraduate student who is not on probation may register for no more than 21 credit hours. Students on probation may not register for more than 12 credit hours. A student employed more than 24 hours a week may take no more than 10 credit hours. In exceptional cases these limits may be exceeded with the faculty advisor’s permission.

Credit by Examination

Department Examinations for Waiver or Credit—Registered SEAS students may also take examinations in some academic departments for waiver of or credit for a specific course upon approval of the appropriate department chair; before the test is administered, the student must have demonstrated sufficient preparation to warrant being given the test. An examination for credit is not allowed if an examination for waiver has been successfully completed or if the student has taken the course.

Makeup of Credit for Waived Courses

Waiver of a required course requires approval of the student’s faculty advisor and department chair. If a course required by the SEAS curriculum is waived, the corresponding credit hours must be earned by satisfactory completion of a university-level academic course, either technical or nontechnical, approved by the student’s faculty advisor. If the substituted course would normally be considered part of the student’s curriculum, the grade earned will be used in determining grade-point average, Dean’s List, probation, and suspension. If the substituted course would not be part of the student’s curriculum, the grade will not be included in the above computations.

Scholarship Requirements

To be eligible for graduation a student must have (1) a grade-point average of at least 2.2 for technical courses in the fifth through eighth semesters of the curriculum and (2) a 2.0 overall average for the program taken at SEAS. All computer science courses taken in the Bachelor of Arts major in computer science are considered technical for this purpose. Grades used to calculate the grade-point average include all grades earned at GW and through the Consortium universities while the student is enrolled at GW. The grades used are for academic courses taken in fulfillment of degree requirements and not for remedial courses or those taken to make up deficiencies. (For example, EFL courses and non-SEAS courses taken in excess of the number needed to fulfill degree requirements are not considered in determining probation, suspension, or Dean’s List status.) Only courses required for the degree program are considered in determining whether the student has met graduation requirements.

Probation—Full-time students are placed on probation if their grade-point average is less than 2.0 for one semester or if they receive more than one grade of F in one semester or summer session. Part-time students are placed on probation if their grade-point average is less than 2.0 or they have received more than one grade of F after accumulating 12 credit hours. For academic purposes, a new grading period begins once this accumulation is reached. Students on probation who earn a grade-point average of 2.0 or better (for 12 or more credit hours) during the semester on probation but also receive a grade of F are continued on probation; students in this category who receive two or more Fs are suspended.

Full-time students are removed from probation when the grade-point average is 2.0 or more with no grade of F during the semester on probation. Part-time students are removed from probation when the grade-point average is 2.0 or higher and they receive no grade of F for the next 12 credit hours after being placed on probation.

Suspension—The following cases constitute grounds for suspension: (1) receipt of two grades of F any time during a probation period (part-time students receiving two grades of F while on probation will be suspended at the time of receipt of the second of these grades); (2) receipt of four grades of F in any semester (or the equivalent for part-time students); (3) placement on probation for a third time; (4) accumulation of a grade-point average of (a) 1.5 or less at the end of the sophomore year or upon completion of the 63rd credit in the student’s curriculum, (b) 1.9 or less at the end of the junior year or upon completion of the 97th credit in the student’s curriculum, or (c) less than 2.0 at any time during the senior year.

Department faculty may designate additional courses to be taken and grades to be received by students who fail to meet but come close to meeting the graduation requirements. Suspension may be held in abeyance until the conditions are or are not met.

Students readmitted on probation will be suspended if they do not attain a minimum grade-point average of 2.0 during their first semester (12 or more credit hours) or if they receive more than one grade of F during the period.

Once suspended, a student may not have that suspension rescinded by a grade change at a later date. The student may, however, apply for readmission noting the grade change. Students who have been suspended may not apply for readmission until one year after the suspension. To be considered for readmission, a student must have undertaken academic work at another institution, primarily in mathematics, science, or engineering, during the year of suspension and earned a grade-point average of at least 2.7.

Dean’s Honors and Commendation Lists

The names of all students who, in a given semester, take 12 or more graded credit hours in course work that applies to graduation requirements (or in any additional SEAS courses taken) may appear on the Dean’s Honor List if a grade-point average of 3.5 is achieved or on the Dean’s Commendation List if a grade-point average of 3.0 is achieved. No disciplinary action may have been taken against the student, and no more than one grade below B− and no grades below C− may have been earned. A student who receives a grade of I (Incomplete) during a semester will not be placed on the Dean’s Honors or Commendation List for that semester unless the I is removed no later than 30 days after the end of the marking period and the student continues to meet all the requirements for the Dean’s Honors or Commendation List.

Incompletes

Conditions under which the grade of I (Incomplete) may be assigned are described under University Regulations. If a grade of I is not changed to a letter grade within 30 days, decisions on probation, removal from probation, and suspension will be made with the information on hand, in conformance with SEAS regulations.

Although the grade of I may remain on the record for a maximum of one year, the instructor should normally set a much briefer period within which the uncompleted work (usually the final examination or required paper) must be made up. The grade of I cannot be removed by the student’s reregistering for the course here or taking its equivalent elsewhere. A grade of I that is not removed after one calendar year or at the time of graduation of the student, whichever occurs first, will be changed on the permanent record to a grade of IF. When the I is changed to a letter grade, the grade of I followed by the letter grade (e.g., IB) will appear on the student’s record. The grade for which the I is changed will be applied to the grade report for the semester or summer session during which the change is made for the purposes of determining probation, suspension, grade-point average, and Dean’s and other honor lists.

Pass/No Pass Grading System

Residence and Assignment of Transfer Credit

Sixty credit hours must be completed in residence. Full-time students normally complete their programs in four years. The core curriculum—the program of the first four semesters—provides the base of scientific principles and mathematical techniques necessary for the professional courses taken in the last four semesters.

Advisory System

Every entering undergraduate student is assigned a faculty advisor to assist in orientation in the professional discipline. Faculty advisors counsel students on their programs of study, achievement and maintenance of satisfactory scholastic performance, professional development, and extracurricular activity as part of the educational process. The advisor represents the student in all cases requiring faculty action.

Students must obtain their advisor’s approval of their program of study prior to registration for each academic semester and summer session. The advisor’s approval must be obtained before registering for a course at another institution. Until the work required for the degree is completed, students must consult with their advisors in all academic matters. However, an advisor may not deny entry into any course or activity to which the student is entitled under the regulations of the School.

Courses in the Humanities and Social Sciences/Bachelor of Science Programs

With the assistance of the advisor, each student prepares a program of elective courses in the humanities and social sciences. For most B.S. curricula, the program normally consists of a minimum of 18 credit hours, divided equally between the humanities and social sciences. Each 9-hour group must include two courses in one subject area and a third course in a different subject area. When a foreign language is taken as part of the humanities requirement, the following rules apply: (1) the foreign language studied must not be a native language of the student, unless the courses taken are literature courses; (2) if the student has studied the language previously, he or she must first take a placement test given by the language department concerned and enroll in a course recommended by that department; and (3) the student may use at most two foreign language courses to satisfy SEAS’s humanities requirements. If two courses are used, they must be in the same foreign language. The advisor and the department chair must approve the program.

Since the SEAS curricula are, by necessity, oriented toward technical subjects, the program in the humanities and social sciences should consist of courses that broaden the student’s outlook. Courses in areas such as anthropology, economics, foreign languages, geography, history, literature, philosophy, political science, psychology, and sociology are considered appropriate.

Mission Statements and Educational Objectives

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Mission Statement—The mission of the Department of Civil and Environmental engineering is to provide a broad-based, rigorous education in civil engineering, which leads to educating graduates who have a fundamental understanding of the underlying concepts of engineering analysis and design, and a sense of responsibility for professional service.

Educational Objectives—The civil engineering programs are designed to produce graduates who are well prepared to engage immediately in the practice of civil engineering and/or to continue their education in graduate studies in civil engineering or other professional studies such as law, medicine, and business. The undergraduate curriculum in civil engineering is designed to produce graduates who understand the basic principles of applied mathematics, basic sciences, and computing and have the ability to apply these principles in the analysis and solution of civil engineering problems; are trained to conduct, interpret, and evaluate the laboratory experiments used in the main branches of civil engineering; have the skill and knowledge to use modern engineering and computing tools in the solution of the challenging problems encountered in the civil engineering profession; possess a broad education in engineering as well as the humanities and social sciences to comprehend and envision the broader socioeconomic impacts and relevance of civil engineering projects; have the skills required for effective communication as a professional and for participation in the multidisciplinary efforts needed in many civil engineering projects; are fully aware of professional and ethical issues in the practice of civil engineering; and understand the need for lifelong learning and possess the necessary skills to pursue it.

Department of Computer Science

Educational Outcomes—The computer science program is designed to prepare students to start a professional career or enter graduate school and show proficiency in the following areas: software system design, software development, and project management; fundamentals of computer science (discrete structures, data structures, algorithms, and theory of computing); computer architecture, translators, networks, operating systems, and databases; and oral and written communication. An understanding of the overall social and professional context in which computing activities take place is emphasized.

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Mission Statement—The mission of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is to motivate and inspire our students by providing high-caliber, fully integrated programs in electrical, computer, and biomedical engineering in order to provide leadership in a rapidly evolving global information society in the service of humanity and to advance the state of knowledge in our disciplines by actively pursuing scholarly research for publication and dissemination.

Educational Objectives—The objectives of the programs are to educate students in the principles of engineering, including cognizance of their responsibilities as members of society. The engineering education is based on the sciences and the principles of design. Social responsibilities are instilled through a balanced program in the humanities and social sciences as well as coverage of specific topics in professional ethics and social responsibilities. The programs provide students with a solid foundation in electrical, computer, and biomedical engineering through a balanced curriculum integrating the underlying scientific and mathematical knowledge with the latest technological developments. The curriculum is designed to produce engineers capable of functioning in the present technological environment and of adapting to future directions of the profession. Specifically, the programs aim to teach students how to analyze and implement complex interdisciplinary engineering projects; to give students a strong foundation for graduate studies in their field; to prepare students for competitive and challenging industrial applications; to teach students how to use state-of-the-art computer tools for solving engineering problems; to expose students to hands-on engineering experience through laboratory courses; to cultivate students’ abilities to communicate and work effectively in teams; and to help students develop an understanding of the ethical issues and global perspectives arising in the practice of the engineering profession.

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Mission Statement—The mission of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is to educate students to become professional mechanical and aerospace engineers who are confident in their understanding of science and technology, who are creative in the face of new challenges, and whose analytical skill and thirst for lifelong learning will open new career horizons; to contribute to society through the conduct of relevant research at the forefront of mechanical and aerospace engineering knowledge and to provide opportunities for students to participate and learn through mentorship with the faculty; and to serve the nation, the community, and the university.

Educational Objectives—The undergraduate mechanical engineering program provides an integrated program of instruction in mechanical engineering in order to produce graduates who can practice engineering professionally and develop a successful career in engineering. Mechanical engineering is a broad field covering both design and analysis of complex systems that are useful to society. The well-educated mechanical engineer must have a thorough understanding of mechanics (solid and fluid), energy, and the response and control of mechanical systems designed to perform a useful function. To fulfill these requirements, our program is designed to give students a thorough grounding in mathematics and the basic sciences and to teach them to apply that knowledge in the design and analysis of engineering systems; to teach students to design engineering systems/devices and to analyze and solve engineering problems of complex scope; to prepare students for professional engineering practice and for graduate study; and to give students the understanding of the need for lifelong learning and the skills to pursue it. These objectives incorporate the development of effective oral and written communication skills, the use of software and other tools, and knowledge about the ethical, social, and economic impact of engineering practice on society.

Bachelor of Science Degree Programs

The listed curriculums on the following pages all assume electives to be at least 3 credit hours. Credit toward the degree is not allowed for exercise and sport activities courses. The key to abbreviations for course designations can be found at the beginning of the Courses of Instruction section.

Biomedical Engineering

Offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, this inno-vative program provides a strong foundation in the basic sciences as well as the theory and practice of biomedical engineering. In consultation with their faculty advisor, students choose an area of specialization from topics including bioinformatics, biomechanics, instrumentation, telemedicine, and medical preparation. Distinguishing features of the program are its specialty laboratories, summer internships in metropolitan-area private or federal laboratories, and a capstone design seminar.

Civil Engineering

Civil engineering encompasses those branches of engineering most closely related to the control and improvement of our environment and of the physical conditions of life. Civil engineers apply many technical specialties in order to plan, design, and construct projects that range from buildings and transportation systems to space stations and space habitats.

Environmental Engineering Option in Civil Engineering—The environmental engineering option leads to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Students are prepared to work in technical environmental fields such as water and wastewater treatment, hazardous waste treatment, and environmental impact assessment. Students are also prepared to pursue graduate study in environmental engineering.

Transportation Engineering Option in Civil Engineering—The transportation engineering option leads to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Transportation engineers design, construct, maintain, and upgrade transportation facilities, including highways, railroads, airfields, and ports. The program emphasizes automotive, highway, and multi-modal transportation safety and security.

Medical Preparation Option in Civil Engineering—The medical preparation option leads to a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and prepares the student for application to medical school. The student is also prepared to work in research and development or to pursue graduate study in the fields of biomechanics and biotechnology.

Computer Engineering

Computer engineering combines electronic design, computer architecture, programming of computing systems, computer networks, and applied mathematics. Students in the program are prepared in the theory and application of hardware and software design, computer networks, embedded systems, and very large scale integrated (VLSI) circuit design and applications. Students can take electives in advanced topics, such as optical networks, broadband wireless networks, and technologies for the next generation of information systems.

The eight electives must include three 3-credit courses in the social sciences, two 3-credit courses in the humanities, and three 3-credit technical courses. Technical electives may be chosen with the approval of the advisor from advanced undergraduate or graduate courses in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physical sciences, or biological sciences. More information can be found at www.ece.gwu.edu.

Computer Science

The program combines systems design, computer software development, networks, computer architecture, project design algorithms, and mathematics to provide a broad background in the disciplines that underlie computer science. Students are prepared to design and implement the software needed for Internet operations, computer graphics and animation, and applications and for small, large, and embedded computing systems.

Mathematics requirements can be met by taking Math 20–21 and 32 or Math 31 and 32. All students must take two math courses not counting Math 20; students who take Math 20 must take it as one of their unrestricted electives. Science requirements must be chosen from BiSc 13–14, Chem 11–12, and Phys 21–22. Two of the three required science courses must form a two-course sequence. Breadth electives can be in any desired fields except math, computer science, electrical engineering, further work in the required sciences, or computing-related courses offered in other departments. Computer science electives may be selected from courses numbered 140 or above that are not required, including, with approval, graduate computer science courses.

Bioinformatics Option in Computer Science—This option is an interdisciplinary area at the intersection of biological, computer, and information sciences necessary to manage, process, and understand large amounts of data, such as that from the sequencing of the human genome or from large databases containing information about plants and animals for use in discovering and developing new drugs.

Biomedical Computing Option in Computer Science—This option is at the intersection of health care and computer science. It involves all aspects of the analysis, management, and visualization of information in biomedical applications. The technology is based on computer science—but the field demands knowledge of the problems that need to be solved in medicine and health care.

Computer Security and Information Assurance Option in Computer Science—This option encompasses network security, information warfare, cryptography, information policy, and computer forensics. It involves use of sophisticated software and hardware tools able to detect and prevent malicious intrusion or destruction of vital government and business computer systems and networks.

Digital Media Option in Computer Science—This option encompasses audio, video, the World Wide Web, and other technologies that can be used to create and distribute digital content. Digital media uses computers to create virtual worlds from which visuals can be generated and with which humans can interact.

Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineers design the enabling technology for modern telecommunications networks, including the Internet, biomedical instrumentation, and electromagnetic applications. The program focuses on signal processing; communication theory and practice; voice, data, video and multimedia communication networks; very large scale integrated (VLSI) circuit design and applications; and control systems. Students can take electives in advanced topics, such as optical networks, broadband wireless networks, and technologies for the next generation of information systems.

Medical Preparation Option in Electrical Engineering—The medical preparation option leads to a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and prepares the student for application to medical school. The student is also prepared to work in various health sciences fields, to conduct research toward development of electronic equipment to assist in diagnosing and treating disease, or to continue as a graduate student in engineering with exceptional qualifications for biomedical engineering.

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering encompasses a vast range of industrial activities. Mechanical engineers conceive, plan, design, and direct the manufacture, distribution, and operation of complex systems. Applications include aerospace, energy conversion, computer-aided design and manufacturing, power and propulsion systems, robotics, and control systems.

Aerospace Option in Mechanical Engineering—The aerospace engineering option leads to a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering while preparing the student to work in the aerospace industry or to pursue graduate study in aerospace engineering. It provides a strong foundation in aerodynamics, airplane performance, propulsion, aerospace structures, orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, and aircraft and spacecraft design.

Biomechanical Engineering Option in Mechanical Engineering—The biomechanical engineering option leads to a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering while preparing the student to work in the biomedical industry or to pursue graduate study in biomedical engineering. It provides a strong foundation in human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, biomaterials, and design of biomedical devices.

Medical Preparation Option in Mechanical Engineering—The medical preparation option leads to a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and prepares the student for application to medical school. The student is also prepared to work in research and development or to pursue graduate study in the fields of biomechanics and biotechnology.

Patent Law Option in Mechanical Engineering—The patent law option in mechanical engineering leads to a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering while providing a strong foundation in fundamental principles of patent law and the influences of the U.S. patent system on modern engineering design. A student in this option obtains background that can lead to work as a technical specialist in a patent law firm or in the patent department of an industrial employer. The option also provides excellent preparation for pursuit of a subsequent J.D. that may focus on intellectual property law.

Systems Engineering

The multidisciplinary field of systems engineering applies engineering techniques and mathematical methods to improve planning and decision making in organizational systems composed of people, machines, and procedures. By observing, understanding, modeling, and predicting the behavior of such systems, practitioners of systems engineering assist the decision-making process that seeks to design and operate the systems optimally. Systems engineering finds application in many areas, including communications, energy, environment, finance, health care, information technology, marketing, national defense, project management, software development, and transportation.

Each student must participate in an appropriate internship/co-op experience during the last two years of the program. This requirement may be satisfied by an approved full-time summer position after the second or third year or by one or two approved part-time positions requiring 15–20 hours per week during two of the final four semesters. A position obtained through the GW Co-op Office will usually be acceptable; the position may be either paid or unpaid.

The systems engineering program is designed to provide the student a broad and solid education in the basics of mathematical modeling, software and information systems, and the treatment of uncertainty. Analytical thinking is stressed in order to prepare the student for graduate education or productive professional employment. The program is planned to develop the student’s communication skills and awareness of the current professional world.

Technical Electives

Each systems engineering major will gain specific expertise in a chosen technical area by taking a four-course sequence from another department or departments of the University. The four technical electives are selected with the approval of the student’s academic advisor. Areas frequently chosen are computer science, economics, finance, management, mathematics, naval science, statistics, and specific fields of engineering.

Medical Preparation Option in Systems Engineering—The medical preparation option leads to a bachelor’s degree
in systems engineering and quantitatively prepares students for medical careers through a program that emphasizes decision modeling. Decision modeling is increasingly applicable to the medical field because of the growing use of computers and information systems in medicine and the interplay of diagnosis, treatment, and economics.

Bachelor of Arts Degree Programs

Applied Science and Technology

The Bachelor of Arts major in applied science and technology is a broad-based engineering-oriented program, with a breadth of liberal arts, for students who intend to make their careers in fields allied to science and technology and/or continue their education toward professional careers in law, medicine, business, teaching, or the media. It is designed to help students pursue their goals in a world that relies more and more upon science and technology.

Electives—Electives in literature and arts are chosen from specified lists of courses available from the advisor. Allied minor electives are selected, with the approval of the advisor, to form a coherent and meaningful program of 15 credit hours. Popular selections include biology, business, communication, computer science, design, economics, engineering, environmental studies, finance, international business, management, mathematics, media, medical preparation, psychology, statistics, and operations research.

Computer Science

The Bachelor of Arts major in computer science provides a broad-based liberal arts curriculum for students who wish to augment technical knowledge with business, communication, and management skills. Foundation courses focus on mathematics, science, programming methodology and skills, computer organization and design, and implementation of algorithms. Additional breadth or depth is afforded by a selection of computer science electives.

The program is designed for students with interests in two or more disciplines. Accordingly, students in this major must complete a minimum of 24 credits of 100-level courses in another academic department. Additional course requirements include UW 20; Math 20–21 or 30, 31; CSci 41, 53, 123, 133, 135, 143, 147, 178; four electives chosen from designated CSci courses; general curriculum requirement courses, chosen from specified lists available from the advisor, in social or behavioral science, natural science, statistics, humanities, literature, language and culture, and creative and performing arts. Students are expected to undertake a significant independent project by completing CSci 195 and 196 or a course in another field that includes a thesis or significant project.

The minimum number of credits required for the major in computer science is 120; the credit total depends on whether the student chooses to complete a second major or to complete an option within the computer science major. Options include bioinformatics, biomedical computing, digital media, and medical preparation. Additional information about the Bachelor of Arts major in computer science as well as each of the options is available at www.cs.gwu.edu/academics/.

Special Programs

Five-Year Programs

Five-year dual degree programs available to SEAS students include the B.S. and M.S. in civil engineering with a focus in structural engineering; the B.A. or B.S. and M.S. in computer science; and the B.S. in systems engineering with an M.S. in systems engineering or in engineering management. Specific information is available from the departments concerned.

Integrated Engineering and Law Program

In addition to the combined bachelor’s/master’s programs that may be completed in five years, the University offers the integrated engineering and law program. The program provides an opportunity for very highly qualified high school students to follow an education path composed of a B.S. or B.A. degree in a SEAS field and then a J.D. degree, by assuring admission to the Law School’s J.D. program for students who meet stated conditions. Detailed information on this program is available from the Office of Admissions.

Minors and Secondary Fields of Study

School of Engineering and Applied Science students with majors other than systems engineering may graduate with a minor in operations research in addition to their major. Four courses are required for the minor: EMSE 101, 154, 173, and a fourth course selected from EMSE 102, 135, 171, 182. Depending on the student’s major, additional credit hours beyond the minimum required for the major may be necessary in order to complete the minor in operations research; students should consult their advisors before embarking upon the minor requirements.

The School offers secondary fields of study in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, engineering analysis, and operations research to students in other schools of the University. SEAS students are cautioned to consult their advisor and department chair before enrolling in a secondary field of study in another school of the University.

Concentration in General Business

The GW School of Business offers a concentration in general business for well-qualified SEAS undergraduates. Depending on the student’s major, additional credit hours beyond the minimum required for the major may be necessary in order to complete this concentration; students should consult their advisor before beginning to fulfill its requirements.

Double Majors

A student who completes the requirements for two majors in SEAS may graduate with a double major, provided the two majors are in different departments. The student should consult advisors in the two departments and declare both majors on the appropriate form in the SEAS Office of Student Services, Advising, and Records.

3:2 Dual-Degree Programs Combining Liberal Arts and Engineering

The School of Engineering and Applied Science has developed 3:2 dual-degree programs in liberal arts and engineering with the following accredited institutions: Bowie State University, Gallaudet University, University of Richmond, Hood College, Bridgewater College, St. Thomas Aquinas College, and Trinity College of Washington, D.C.

Students initially enroll in the 3:2 dual-degree program at one of the above institutions and pursue a three-year course of studies covering social sciences, humanities, mathematics, physics, and chemistry, which helps the student develop broad cultural perspectives, analytic abilities, and communication skills. Students then follow a two-year program at the School of Engineering and Applied Science. During this phase of study, students may specialize in any of the areas of engineering or computer science offered in the School’s regular four-year programs. Upon successful completion of the two-year program at George Washington University, students are awarded two baccalaureate degrees: a B.S. or B.A. from the first institution and a B.S. in engineering or a B.S. or B.A. in computer science from GW. For further information on the 3:2 dual-degree programs, contact the admissions offices of the institutions listed above.

In addition, SEAS participates in a 2:2 program with Richmond College in London, England.

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