Is a 3-2 Engineering Program the Best Path for Aspiring Aerospace Engineers?

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The discussion centers on the viability of the 3-2 Engineering Program at Geneseo for aspiring aerospace engineers. Participants highlight the benefits of obtaining dual degrees—one in Physics from Geneseo and another in Aerospace Engineering from Syracuse University (SU). Recommendations include considering other SUNY institutions with established engineering programs, such as Stony Brook and Binghamton, as well as private schools like Clarkson that offer substantial financial aid for qualified applicants. The comparison of RIT's Mechanical Engineering degree with an aerospace option against a dedicated aerospace engineering degree is also discussed.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of the 3-2 Engineering Program structure
  • Familiarity with dual degree pathways in engineering
  • Knowledge of financial aid options for college students
  • Awareness of aerospace engineering versus mechanical engineering disciplines
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  • Research the 3-2 Engineering Program details at Geneseo
  • Explore the engineering programs at Stony Brook and Binghamton
  • Investigate financial aid opportunities at Clarkson University
  • Compare RIT's Mechanical Engineering degree with aerospace options to dedicated aerospace programs
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Aspiring aerospace engineers, high school students exploring college options, and individuals seeking information on dual degree programs in engineering.

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Hey, I'm a junior is high school and am beginning my college search. I am most interested in engineering. While I am most interested in SU or RIT they are too expensive atleast for my entire undergrad. I am wondering if any of you know how good or beneficial it is to instead go to Geneseo and participate in their 3-2 program(http://www.geneseo.edu/~pogo/3-2Engineering/3-2Engineering.htm) This way I could earn two bachelor degree's. One in Physics from Geneseo and hopefully an Aerospace one from SU. If anyone has any knowldege or experience with this can you please share? Or any input on my route would be greatly appreciated.
 
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While Geneseo is a really great SUNY, I suggest that you look into one of the other SUNY schools that have an actual engineering program, such as Stony Brook or Binghamton.
Also, some private schools that concentrate primarily on Engineering and related disciplines, such as Clarkson, may give large amounts of academic-based financial aid to well qualified applicants (I'd assume that since you are considering Geneseo, you have decent grades and SAT scores).
 
I am also wondering if anyone knows how RIT's Mech Eng. degree with aerospace option would size up against a true aerospace eng. degree from a comprable school.
 

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