First Year Information

While Notre Dame does not allow first years to officially declare their major until the spring semester, there are plenty of opportunities to explore the different engineering departments.

What to Expect During Your First Year

Students who enroll with the intention to major in Engineering are placed in several general engineering courses based on the credit they enter University with. An example schedule is shown below.

To explore the different engineering departments further, click here

In your first-year engineering courses, you will have the opportunity to hear from all of the specific departments. Part of the course is focused on major discernment.