MaDE Curriculum (Degree Requirements)

Northwestern's academic year operates on a 3-quarter system. Students complete 12 courses per year, typically by taking 4 per quarter. To obtain the Bachelor of Science degree, a total of 48 courses are required.

All McCormick School engineering students begin their engineering studies with the Engineering First program: a 2-quarter sequence of Engineering Design and Communication (EDC) and a 4-quarter sequence of Engineering Analysis .

Coursework in the major area of study usually begins in the sophomore year.

• MaDE Curriculum
• Approved Technical Electives
• Dual Degree Recommended Course Plan
• Typical Plan of Study
• Advising Worksheet