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3-2 Program in Engineering

At the conclusion of this program, students receive both a Bachelor of Arts degree from Holy Cross and a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from the appropriate institution. Physics majors interested in this program must complete one year of chemistry (usually Chemistry 101 and 231) before transferring to the engineering program. They must also demonstrate proficiency in a computer language in order to prepare properly for the engineering courses.

Any physics major who fulfills these requirements with a B average has historically been granted admission to Columbia University and Dartmouth. The student pays tuition to Holy Cross for the first three years of enrollment and to the second institution for the last two years. Students are eligible for financial aid in accordance with the financial aid policy of the institution at which the student is currently paying tuition. Columbia University has a financial aid policy similar to Holy Cross, but Dartmouth does not offer financial aid to students during their first year at Dartmouth.

Physics majors who wish to enter this program are not required to apply until the beginning of their third year. However, interested students are urged to consult with the 3-2 Advisor as early as possible in their college career in order to plan their courses. Further information is available from the 3-2 Program Advisor.

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