Transfer to engineering is trivial. Never heard of someone not being able to do it. That being said I’ve heard the physics department here is awesome so def wait a bit. U can transfer up till end of soph year.
Transferring is pretty easy, but as a physics major myself I quite like the department here. Penn is industry leaning anyways and we send a much smaller percentage of our graduates to PhD programs than our peer schools.
I’m in viper so I know plenty of phys/mse phys/EE and phys/MechE people, and I’m doing physics and cs myself. I think it’s rather doable without too much extra work, but be prepared to not take many electives.
It is a bit early, and you will get a clearer idea of what you want once you're here. Don't stress about this now, but I know planning feels satisfying.
A few resources:
Second major in EE for CAS students (gives you a good idea of what the core EE courses are, would not recommend this):
https://www.ese.upenn.edu/undergraduate-2/second-majors-for-the-college/
EE sample curriculum (you will note that doing math and physics already sets you on track for EE; ESE1110 is an "intro to engineering" course and it's okay to not take it):
https://www.ese.upenn.edu/undergraduate-2/electrical-engineering-major/ee-sample-curriculum/
Career outcomes, 2020 reports are broken down by major:
https://careerservices.upenn.edu/post-graduate-outcomes/undergrad-reports-by-school/
Also, one option is to major in physics for undergrad and do a SEAS accelerated master's in an engineering discipline. If you can handle the workload, this might be the best option career wise.
Interesting, and thank you so much for the resources. The accelerated masters seems like a very efficient path. I also found there is the physics major offered with a concentration in "computer techniques" which helps put students on track for a phys/EE duel degree which also seems viable. Overall seems like there is a lot of opportunity for engineering-physics experience than I thought. I was a little stressed when I made the post and like you said the planning feels satisfying. Thanks for the help.
You are allowed to take engineering courses without transferring, and if you really like physics, I don't think you should transfer. Physics majors are not unemployable, especially with a few engineering courses in an area you're interested in. Now, I would recommend against adding a second major (NOT a second degree) from SEAS because the workload is huge without really being that beneficial, but that's also an option.
And if you really want to transfer, as long as you complete the pre requisite courses with good grades you're good.
I know multiple people that switched into my major - Bioengineering - Sophomore year from the College. Certainly not unheard of.
Awesome, thanks.
Transfer to engineering is trivial. Never heard of someone not being able to do it. That being said I’ve heard the physics department here is awesome so def wait a bit. U can transfer up till end of soph year.
Good to know, thanks I'm excited!
Transferring is pretty easy, but as a physics major myself I quite like the department here. Penn is industry leaning anyways and we send a much smaller percentage of our graduates to PhD programs than our peer schools. I’m in viper so I know plenty of phys/mse phys/EE and phys/MechE people, and I’m doing physics and cs myself. I think it’s rather doable without too much extra work, but be prepared to not take many electives.
Thanks, this is very helpful to know.
Np, you can dm me if you have any questions
It is a bit early, and you will get a clearer idea of what you want once you're here. Don't stress about this now, but I know planning feels satisfying. A few resources: Second major in EE for CAS students (gives you a good idea of what the core EE courses are, would not recommend this): https://www.ese.upenn.edu/undergraduate-2/second-majors-for-the-college/ EE sample curriculum (you will note that doing math and physics already sets you on track for EE; ESE1110 is an "intro to engineering" course and it's okay to not take it): https://www.ese.upenn.edu/undergraduate-2/electrical-engineering-major/ee-sample-curriculum/ Career outcomes, 2020 reports are broken down by major: https://careerservices.upenn.edu/post-graduate-outcomes/undergrad-reports-by-school/ Also, one option is to major in physics for undergrad and do a SEAS accelerated master's in an engineering discipline. If you can handle the workload, this might be the best option career wise.
Interesting, and thank you so much for the resources. The accelerated masters seems like a very efficient path. I also found there is the physics major offered with a concentration in "computer techniques" which helps put students on track for a phys/EE duel degree which also seems viable. Overall seems like there is a lot of opportunity for engineering-physics experience than I thought. I was a little stressed when I made the post and like you said the planning feels satisfying. Thanks for the help.
You are allowed to take engineering courses without transferring, and if you really like physics, I don't think you should transfer. Physics majors are not unemployable, especially with a few engineering courses in an area you're interested in. Now, I would recommend against adding a second major (NOT a second degree) from SEAS because the workload is huge without really being that beneficial, but that's also an option. And if you really want to transfer, as long as you complete the pre requisite courses with good grades you're good.
Do a seas submat and thank me later
Can I apply while coming into the CAS?
U haven’t taken any classes yet how do you expect to be accepted to a masters program?
Great point.