OpenFieldBachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering - Vehicle Research Institute (VRI)
Western Washington University · Bellingham, Washington, United States
Academic Overview & Description
ABET-accredited engineering program housed in the renowned Vehicle Research Institute (VRI), designing and building solar-electric hybrid vehicles, composite monocoque chassis, and automated robotics.
Funding & Financial Support
- Funding Award
- Engineering Endowed Merit Scholarships and Clean-Tech Grants up to $8,000/year
- Tuition Rate
- $26,400/year (out-of-state) / $8,900/year (in-state)
- Application Fee
- $70
Admission & Candidate Requirements
- Academic GPA
- 3.2+ high school GPA with calculus and physics preparation
- English Language
- IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 80+
- Standardized Exam
- Not applicable
- Application Materials
- Transcripts, activity log, personal essay
- Letters of Recommendation
- One teacher evaluation
Institutional Guidance
For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult Western Washington University's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.
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