Undergraduate Engineering at Dartmouth

Two degrees? It's different, we know.

Dartmouth engineering sciences majors earn a Bachelor of Arts (AB) before the professional Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree. Why?—because problems don't fall neatly into engineering disciplines or happen in a vacuum. Through Dartmouth's systems-based, interdisciplinary approach, you'll engage in project-based engineering while immersed in the liberal arts to help deepen your understanding of our world.

Most majors pursue both the AB and BE, taking additional coursework in specialized areas for the BE. Many complete both degrees in four years, while others opt for a fifth year. Need-based financial aid is available throughout your journey.

Human-centered by design.

Embedded in our engineering design curriculum is a human-centered culture and belief that our work should strive to make the world better for everyone. Our Design Initiative at Dartmouth (DIAD) builds interpersonal collaborations to bring more design tools and mindsets to all corners of campus. Learn how to assess for human factors and account for unintended consequences and community impact. You'll be a better engineer for it.

Hands-on from the start.

Your first engineering class—Introduction to Engineering (a.k.a. ENGS 21)—will challenge you to develop novel solutions to a real-life problem and team up to design, build, test, and iterate prototypes. You’ll research patents, create a business plan as if you were taking your product to market, and present your project to a professional review board. Project-based learning is infused throughout your entire Dartmouth experience.

Unparalleled access to ... everything.

From your professors to our machine shop, project spaces, and labs—and even funding for undergraduate research—you'll have unparalleled access to resources to enrich your learning. Choose your own faculty advisor. Patent an innovation. Engage in entrepreneurial pursuits. Study engineering abroad. Work with faculty across Dartmouth, Geisel School of Medicine, and Tuck School of Business. Contribute to graduate research... and more.

An engineer and ...

… an athlete, a musician, an artist, an entrepreneur, a humanitarian—you name it. Our students combine their passion for engineering with a wide range of other interests. And, that's how we like it.

Engineering at Dartmouth isn't just for engineers. Courses for non-majors provide all students a chance to experience engineering and gain skills useful for all areas of life.