Engineering

Enjoy the Best of Two Worlds

The joint engineering program will enable you to graduate in five years with two degrees in high-demand fields. And an innovative curriculum will prepare you to succeed in careers that demand high-level technical sophistication.

At Dominican, you’ll complete all your foundation requirements and take pre-engineering courses in mathematics, physics, chemistry and computer science. In your fifth semester, you’ll take courses at IIT as well, and, by paying tuition only to Dominican, the cost of the program will remain affordable. Choose to live at home or on Dominican’s beautiful River Forest campus for all five years.  

Program Overview

Admission to the joint program is competitive and requires a two-step process. Typically, students enter Dominican as freshmen and apply to IIT in their sophomore year. Students who are not accepted into the IIT program complete a four-year degree at Dominican.

The five-year engineering program leads to degrees from both Dominican and IIT. They are offered in paired combinations:

• Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
• Mathematics and Aerospace Engineering
• Mathematics and Architectural Engineering
• Mathematics and Civil Engineering
• Mathematics and Electrical Engineering
• Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering
• Mathematics/Computer Science and Computer Engineering

Learn By Doing. Then, Do Even More.

Practical experience is built into the curriculum. Our internship program draws on Chicago’s world-class corporate and technical resources. We make our connections your connections, so you can test-drive your dream job in the real world. You can combine academic study with compassionate service to people in need, or complete a hands-on research project with full faculty support. You can even apply for university funding to support your research. 

Undergraduate research is a Dominican trademark. You won’t have to wait until graduate school to work side-by-side with a faculty scholar. You can even apply for university funding to support your work. Our annual undergraduate research expo in April will give you a chance to practice your presentation skills and show your stuff. Dominican also has an outstanding study abroad program. You can choose from programs in countries like Argentina, China, France, Ghana, Guatemala, Ireland, Italy, South Africa and Spain. A deep dive into another culture will expand your language and interpersonal skills wherever you go in the world. 

Prepare for a Life of Meaning and Achievement

Being able to think critically, communicate clearly and solve complex problems is an essential skill set for our graduates. You’ll enter the job market with highly developed communication and critical-thinking skills, as well as a rigorous education not only in engineering but also in the liberal arts and sciences. You will be open to new ideas, proficient with the latest technology, and able to adapt and thrive through a long and meaningful career.