General Engineering, B.S.

Full-time Faculty: R. Amineh, N.S. Artan, Z. Dong, A. Farajidavar, A. Ilyas, T. Ioppolo, E. Kamel, J. Seidel, J. Scire, S. Wadoo, X. Yu, W. Zeng.

The B.S. in General Engineering is a broad-based, interdisciplinary program in engineering. It will prepare students with a rigorous curriculum for a professional career as an engineer. In addition to foundational engineering concepts in mathematics, science, and engineering design, students will choose from one of four concentrations to obtain more depth and expertise in a specific area: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Mechatronic Engineering. This interdisciplinary approach is designed to meet current industrial needs and prepare students for diverse engineering careers. Our program addresses an identified industry need for versatile engineers who can work in various fields, ensuring that our graduates are well-prepared for the workforce.

The program requires a total of 120 credits for completion, including a mix of liberal arts and sciences, major requirements, and electives. This program is for self-directed, highly motivated students, allowing them to pursue a customized course of study that meets their individual needs and interests. The individualized course of study consists of 15 credits of a specific engineering field. Courses are selected by the student with the advice and approval of the student’s academic advisor.

New York Institute of Technology strives to provide career-oriented, professional education and access to opportunity for all qualified students, and the College of Engineering supports research and scholarship that benefits the larger world. Our program in General Engineering is well aligned with the university's mission, by providing students with access to advancement along a career path in a variety of engineering fields and a technology-enabled community, drawing on the assets of a wider workforce to prepare students to pursue careers in a globally integrated economy that rewards learning, innovation, and teamwork.

The B.S. in General Engineering prepares students to:

• Apply basic and advanced engineering knowledge and skills to the design and analysis of engineering systems
• Contribute to the field of engineering through successful employment in an engineering or related career
• Pursue graduate studies and/or continued education in an engineering-related field
• Demonstrate professional leadership skills beyond the workplace through engagement in community or professional organizations

International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Co-op (Cooperative Education) Option

This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.

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This degree has specific admission requirements in addition to the general application materials listed below.

Admission Requirements

All applicants should have adequate mathematics preparation for entry into Calculus I (first semester), as demonstrated through three years of high school math. Students with inadequate mathematics preparation will be required to supplement their program of study with additional courses to permit entry into the calculus sequence.

First-Year

This program does not require standardized test scores, but you also have the option of submitting test results if you feel your academic strength is best reflected by your scores:

• Minimum combined SAT score of 1080 (critical reading and math only), including a minimum score of 550 in math.
  
  • If the student did not take SAT/ACT tests or does not meet the SAT/ACT score requirements, they may be admitted to this program but must successfully complete Calculus I within the first three semesters.

Transfer

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3
• Completed at least 12 credits of required math, physics, computer science, and engineering with a minimum grade of C- in these courses
  • You may also satisfy these requirements by passing challenge examinations in these areas as provided for by New York Tech policies.
• No credit will be granted for learning derived from experience.

Any New York Tech student may apply to transfer into the General Engineering program from another major within the university if they have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and have completed at least 12 credits of required mathematics, physics, computer science, and engineering with a minimum grade of C- in these courses.

Application Materials

• Completed application.
• $50 nonrefundable application fee.
• Copies of transcripts of all high school work, including college-level courses. Your mid-year and final grades will be required. All final, official transcripts must be received prior to the start of your first semester.
• Testing Preferences: First-time, first-year applicants may choose to submit their application without standardized test scores to be considered for admission to New York Institute of Technology. This program does not require test scores, though some academic programs require test scores. Review our test-optional policy. If you are submitting official SAT (critical reading and math only) or ACT test scores, use these codes: NYIT SAT Code: 2561; NYIT ACT Code 2832.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• 300–350 word essay on one of the following topics:
  • Tell us about your career goals and why attending New York Tech would further these goals.
  • Describe the achievement of which you are most proud and why.