Why Study Engineering at CatholicU?
There are many reasons to choose CatholicU's School of Engineering: small class sizes, state-of the art technology, a strong reputation, a location in D.C., and successful outcomes for our students.
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The doctoral program requires successful completion of a minimum of 53 credit hours, including Directed Study - Doctoral Qualification (ENGR 991); a written comprehensive examination; an approved dissertation in a selected area; and passing of an oral examination of the dissertation. Doctoral programs are arranged in close consultation with a faculty advisor.
The Ph.D. requires a minimum of 53 credit hours (typically 18 courses):
A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in course work taken in the School of Engineering is required for maintaining a good academic status in all graduate programs. Graduate students are subject to academic probation or dismissal if their cumulative GPAs are less than 3.0, or their semester GPAs are less than 2.5, or they receive Failing grades in two or more graduate level courses. In addition, students must have a minimum cumulative average of 3.0 to graduate. Please refer to the probation and dismissal policy of graduate students of the School of Engineering for details.
There are many reasons to choose CatholicU's School of Engineering: small class sizes, state-of the art technology, a strong reputation, a location in D.C., and successful outcomes for our students.
Learn More