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 Program Overview
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Renowned as one of the oldest Engineering schools in the US; Syracuse University's L.C. Smith College of Engineering and Computer Science (LCS) is home to outstanding undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering and computer science.
Department of Biomedical & Chemical Engineering (BMC)
Biomedical engineering combines engineering and life sciences to improve human health. Chemical engineering focuses on industrial and natural processes involving the transformation (chemical, biological, or physical) of matter or energy. BS, MS and PhD programs are offered in bioengineering and chemical engineering. The SU Biomaterials Institute, the SUNY Institute for Human Performance, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, and the SUNY Upstate Medical University are accessible to both undergraduate and graduate students. Other research opportunities exist at the Center for Environmental Systems Engineering (CESE). A Career Advancement Program (CAP) is tailored to engineers and scientists in local industry.
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering (CIE)
Civil engineering focuses on the planning, construction and maintenance of public works such as roads and bridges. Environmental engineering focuses on the environmental impact of biological, chemical and thermal waste. The CIE faculty includes a university professor, two Meredith professors, a National Science Foundation CAREER award recipient, and a Fulbright scholar. The department is affiliated with the Center for Environmental Systems Engineering and the Geofoam Research Center. Students in CIE are also able to choose courses from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science & Forestry, also located on the SU campus.
Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (EECS)
Electrical Engineering deals with the practical application of electricity in science and technology. Computer Science is the study of the mathematics and technology of computers. Computer Engineering combines the hardware technologies of Electrical Engineering with the Software development and Technologies of Computer Science. The EECS Department offers degrees in Computer Engineering, Computer and Information Science, and Electrical Engineering. The flexibility of the curriculum allows students to tailor their course load to suit their career interests. SU is one of the few universities accredited as a National Security Agency Center of Excellence because of the variety of courses and research available in the System and Information Assurance area in EECS.
Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE)
Mechanical Engineering deals with the manipulation and transformation of thermal and mechanical energy. Aerospace engineering is related to mechanical engineering and focuses on aeronautical and space system applications including air and spacecrafts for civilian and military use. The MAE curricula combines an intensive technical program with options for a technical or non-technical minor in over 70 disciplines. Many MAE students are involved in athletics, the Co-op Program, the International Year Abroad Program and the Honor’s Program. The department provides numerous research opportunities.
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| Highlights
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- LCS Academic Excellence Workshops support student success in calculus and other key courses
- In summer 2008, the LCS Co-op program placed students at 60 US companies including Anheuser Busch, BAE Systems, Boeing, General Electric, IBM, Lockheed Martin, and NASA
- Hands-on design projects include: All-terrain vehicles, Formula SAE Racecars, and AIAA Design-Build-Fly
- Approximately 70% of students graduate with a minor or double major. Common options include: Architecture, Economics, Energy Systems, Foreign Languages, Information Management, Mathematics, Music Industry
- LCS supports 19 active student societies and organizations including: Engineers without Borders, National Society of Black Engineers, SHPE, Society of Women Engineers, Tau Beta Pi (national honors society), Alpha Omega Epsilon, professional sorority, Theta Tau, professional fraternity
- Study Abroad programs are offered in London and Madrid. Students are also pursuing opportunities in Australia, Hong Kong, and Turkey
- The L. C. Smith Learning Community provides engineering students the opportunity to reside on the same residence hall floor. Additional programming and academic support is provided for residents of the community
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| Facts
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| Year Program Founded | 1901 | | Program Length | 4 years (typical for most undergraduate degree recipients) | | Degrees Offered | BS; 5-year BS/MS option | | Postgraduate Opportunities | Yes, MS, ME, MBA, JD, PhD |
Calendar Year:
Fall Semester ( Aug - Dec)
Spring Semester (Jan - May)
Summer Session (June/Aug)
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| Disciplines
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Aerospace Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical, Civil, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental, Mechanical
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| Study Options
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Study abroad opportunities (Austrailia; Hong Kong; London; Madrid; Turkey; summer opportunities in Dubai, Madrid, or Strasbourg), cooperative education, undergraduate research, service learning.
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| Recognition
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- All degree programs are ABET- accredited
- LCS is ranked among the top third of PhD -granting institutions
- LCS is ranked among the top 20 private engineering colleges that grant PhDs in the US
- Bioengineering and Computer Engineering are the 2nd oldest programs of their kind in the US
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| Student Profile
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| Students Applied/yr | n/a | | Students Accepted/yr | n/a | | Students Enrolled/yr | n/a | | Total Program Enrollment | 1,100 | | Class Sizes: | | | Junior Level | (avg.) 240 | | Senior Level | (avg.) 240 |
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| University and Location
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Syracuse is the geographic center of New York State and 250 miles northwest of New York City. The city, with a metropolitan population of about 750,000, is the nexus of central New York. It is located at the intersection of Upstate New York's two major interstate highways and houses the area's largest airport. Syracuse is also home to the annual Great New York State Fair which runs from the end of August to Labor Day.
Syracuse University has a long history of excellence in engineering, education, research and development. As early as 1887, classes in civil engineering were offered at the College of Liberal Arts. In 1901, with the support of noted industrialist Lyman Cornelius Smith, a college devoted to the instruction of applied sciences was established.
At the center of the campus is the grassy quad which is bordered by the University’s 170 buildings. The 136-year-old institution's buildings meld both contemporary and historical architecture as the university continues to evolve while maintaining its rich heritage. Fifteen campus buildings are listed as nationally Historic Places. The main campus, known as the Hill, overlooks the city and is the student shopping hub. The Schine Student Center houses an auditorium, book store, food court, student study areas, and other conveniences and services for undergraduate and graduate students. South Campus, located just a mile away from the Main Campus, features town-house style apartments for upperclass undergraduates.
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| Admissions
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Syracuse University requires all first-year students to have graduated from a recognized high school and have taken a four-year college preparatory curriculum which includes three years of a foreign language. For entrance into ECS, students must have completed four years of college preparatory mathematics (including pre-calculus) and laboratory science (including physics and chemistry). While not required, students are encouraged to attend an interview with a member of the Admissions Committee. The application requires students to write an essay, complete either the SAT or ACT tests, and submit two academic recommendations plus a reference from a high school guidance counselor. International students must take the SATs or ACT, including the writing sections, with the exception of students from China. All undergraduate international applicants to Syracuse University whose first language is not English must prove that they are proficient in the English Language. The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required of all undergraduate applicants whose native language is not English, whether they are applying as a first-year or transfer student. The minimum TOEFL score required on the written test is 550 (600 if applying to the Newhouse School of Public Communications). SAT subject tests are not required for admission. Further information can be found online at: http://admissions.syr.edu/applying/freshmen.cfm
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| Support for International Students
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The Slutzker Center for International Services on campus offers a wide range of services and support for international students., including immigration regulations, passports, visas, insurance, employment, and travel. The Slutzker Center staff also provides advice and counseling for students on a range of personal, social, academic, health, housing or financial issues. For more information, please visit http://international.syr.edu.
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| Buildings and Facilities
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The college encompasses two buildings on the main SU campus: Link Hall and the Center for Science Technology, and Bowne Hall. Also, the Institute for Sensory Research is located on SU's South Campus. The college is home to nationally regarded research centers and is a lead partner to the CASE Center, the EQS Center, and CoE-ES. New lab space and facilities for students in Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, and with the addition of Link Hall, an interdisciplinary wing, was recently completed. At Link Hall, the Interdisciplinary Wing, which feature new teaching and research labs and the structural high bay, was also recently completed.
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| Institute at a Glance
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| Total Enrollment | 12,000 undergraduate; 6,000 graduate | | Private vs Public | private | | Campus Setting | urban | | # in College Housing | 75% of undergraduates |
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| Location at a Glance
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| City Population | 750,000 | | Climate Range | 24° F- 90°F |
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| Admissions at a Glance
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| Application Fee: | US$70.00 |
Minimum Academic Requirements:
High School Graduate; SAT/ACT; Pre-calculus, chemistry, and physics.
Minimum English Requirements:
TOEFL 550 (pbt), 213 (cbt), 80 (iBT)
Domestic Student Application Deadlines:
Regular Decision: Jan 1; Early Decision: Nov 15
International Student Application Deadlines:
Regular Decision: Jan 1; Early Decision: Nov 15
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| International Students
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| Institute Enrollment | n/a | | Program Enrollment | n/a | | % of Program Enrollment | n/a | | Admitted/yr to Program | n/a |
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Syracuse University has a long tradition of welcoming international students to its campus. The following nations are among those well represented at Syracuse University: Canada, China, India, Korea, Pakistan, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom.
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| Annual Expenses (in US$)
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| In-State Tuition | $33,630 | | Out-of-State Tuition | $33,630 | | Int'l Student Tuition | $33,630 | | Int'l Student Fees | n/a | | Co-op Term Fees | no fee | | Total Tuition for Degree: | | | In-State Students | n/a | | Out-of-State Students | n/a | | International Students | n/a | | Books | n/a | | Accommodation (including food costs): | | | Residence | $12,181 | | Private | cost varies | | Homestay | n/a |
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