We are taking innovation, technology and scientific excellence to new heights. As a McKelvey engineer, you’ll come alongside us as we produce new knowledge to solve national and international challenges that will change the world.
As a student at the McKelvey School of Engineering, you’ll work with our expert faculty to tackle real-world challenges. With more than a dozen undergraduate engineering programs, you'll be sure to find your place in our community of scholars.
Looking to do more outside of the classroom? Lead a student organization in designing a functioning rocket, airplane or racecar. Travel to communities in need to provide clean drinking water and safe infrastructure. Perform cutting-edge research in labs at our nationally ranked School of Medicine.
And when you're ready to start your application, visit Undergraduate Admission to learn how to apply.
Undergraduate entrepreneurshipYou will see the connections between studying engineering and benefiting society.
You will be in a community of innovative thinkers who want to work across disciplines to solve problems.
You will challenge assumptions, make compelling arguments, push comfort zones, and embrace learning through mutual respect.
You will explore, learn, grow, and lead. Engineer your way. Engineer at McKelvey.
Why McKelvey Engineering?
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Degree pursuing: BS in chemical engineering
Hometown: Florissant, Missouri
" I knew that WashU could elevate my opportunities and the impact that I could bring to my community."
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Degree pursuing: BS in computer science
Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
"I loved "Introduction to Systems Software." It was my first look into the low-level aspects of computing, like bit manipulation and memory management. I can write more efficient code because now I know what’s going on under the hood."
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Degree pursuing: BS in electrical engineering
Hometown: New York
"I really appreciated the sense of community provided by the professors, my fellow students and the Danforth Scholar Program, which I am a member of."
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Degree pursuing: BS in systems science & engineering
Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida
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Degree pursuing: BS in mechanical engineering
Hometown: Glen Rock, New Jersey
"I like how everyone here is genuinely nice and friendly, rather than cutthroat or competitive. I can't think of a single rude or unfriendly person I've met during my time here."
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Degree pursuing: BS in electrical engineering
Hometown: Overland Park, Kansas
"I remember when I was touring colleges, WashU was the only school where students approached me telling me things along the lines of "I love it here; you should come here.”"
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Degree pursuing: BS/MS in computer science
Hometown: Racine, Wisconsin
"St. Louis has everything I want in a city while being extremely affordable. I feel like I've barely scratched the surface of all the cool things there are to do in the area. "
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Degree pursuing: BS in environmental engineering
Hometown: Warren, New Jersey
"I picked WashU because of its focus on the undergraduate experience, as well as the inspiring campus and opportunities to grow that come with it."
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Degree pursuing: BS in biomedical engineering
Hometown: Bartlett, Tennessee
"I chose WashU because I wanted to attend an academically challenging university that encouraged collaboration between peers rather than competition."
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Degree pursuing: BS in biomedical engineering and systems science & engineering
Hometown: Skopje, Macedonia
"WashU is an amazing institution because we are all surrounded by experts, and engaging with students and professors co-curricularly is invaluable in building skills and developing personally."
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Degree pursuing: BS in biomedical engineering
Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
"Being able to take my ideas and transform them into real-life builds is extremely rewarding, and I'm driven by the fact that builds can be used for greater purposes in the medical field."
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Degree pursuing: BS in mechanical engineering
Hometown: Milton, Massachusetts
"I chose WashU because of its incredible capability as a research institution in combination with its relatively small enrollment size. These two qualities make it an ideal place to access high level research opportunities as an undergraduate."
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Degree pursuing: BS in mechanical engineering
Hometown: East Brunswick, New Jersey
"As soon as I stepped foot on campus as a prospective student, I was immediately exposed to the amazing outpouring of support and the community that WashU fosters."
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Degree pursuing: BS in biomedical engineering
Hometown: Herndon, Virginia
"I came to WashU because the university offers strong academic programs and research opportunities in both of these fields and the intersection of these fields."
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Degree pursuing: Computer science and math
Hometown: Manhasset, NY
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Degree pursuing: BS in systems science & engineering
Hometown: Pennington, New Jersey
"I am intrigued by math and computer science as languages to model and simplify problems that often involve large quantities of data, and the systems program at WashU is the perfect place to foster that interest. "
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Degree pursuing: BS in computer engineering
Hometown: Trenton, New Jersey
"WashU also provided a straightforward way for Dual Degree students to obtain housing and offered a master's track for an additional year of study."
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Degree pursuing: BS in systems science & engineering and computer engineering
Hometown: Clarksville, Maryland
"One of my favorite parts of WashU is that I haven't had a professor that I haven't liked. Each of my professors has offered a new perspective on engineering and education."
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Degree pursuing: BS in systems science & engineering and computer science
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"Coming from a competitive high school, I wanted to attend a school where compassion and learning were prioritized above competition. WashU had exactly the atmosphere I wanted."
Not sure what you want to study? Not a problem. Students at the McKelvey School of Engineering are encouraged to explore a wide range of discipline areas to find their niche.
No matter what you study, you’ll gain hands-on experience in design, research and entrepreneurship.
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The group was acknowledged for changing the culture of engineering beyond the labs.
Find a list of dates and deadlines, plus everything you need to start your application.
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Students who come to Washington University have challenged themselves academically and personally during their high school years. Most candidates’ transcripts include four years of English, four years of mathematics (the McKelvey School of Engineering recommends calculus), three to four years of history and social science, three to four years of laboratory science (the McKelvey School of Engineering recommends biology, chemistry, and physics), and at least two years of a foreign language. Your senior-year transcript should show that you are continuing to take demanding courses and are doing well in them. Most applicants take advantage of honors, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate courses — if offered by their high schools. We also take into consideration standardized testing, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, and an essay.
Nondiscrimination PolicyWashington University encourages and gives full consideration to all applicants for admission, financial aid, and employment. The University does not discriminate in access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information. Applicants with a prior criminal history will not be automatically disqualified from consideration for admission. Inquiries about compliance should be addressed to the University’s Vice Chancellor for Human Resources, Washington University, Campus Box 1184, One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130.
