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First-Year Program

Start Strong at Valpo

At Valpo, first-year engineering students are supported as they explore their interests. Through GE 100: Fundamentals of Engineering, they participate in both experiential learning and a seminar series. In small, collaborative classes, students explore all engineering disciplines through hands-on projects and mini-lectures. The course also features alumni talks and sessions on opportunities like co-ops and study abroad, helping students confidently choose or confirm a major by the end of their first year.

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College of Engineering

Launch Your Journey

Students are directly admitted into the major of their choice if they know what they want to study. About half the incoming students are unsure of their engineering major and are admitted into the College of Engineering as an undecided engineer. All students have two semester to reaffirm or choose their engineering major and the coursework they take will help them make an informed choice.

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First-Year Outcomes

By the end of their first year, students will be able to describe engineering—including problem solving and ethics—identify key disciplines, reaffirm or select a major, explore undergraduate and graduate pathways, work effectively in teams, and connect with their engineering community of faculty and peers.

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Foundations

First-year students take GE 100: Fundamentals of Engineering to explore Valpo’s majors. The course includes hands-on team projects that highlight interdisciplinary engineering, with faculty-led demos and mini-lectures. Small class sizes foster close student-faculty connections. In the seminar portion, alumni share career insights, and students learn about opportunities like the Career Center and Study Abroad.

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Engineering students, faculty, and staff may contact the Engineering IT Specialist for help with any technology issues. In the case that staff are not immediately available, please contact the IT Help Desk

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