The professional practice of engineering requires an understanding of analytical methods, design techniques, social and economic influences and an appreciation for cultural and humanistic traditions. Our ABET-accredited program supports these needs by offering each engineering student the opportunity to acquire a broad yet individualized technical and liberal education.

At the core of the curriculum is a sequence of mathematics, physics and engineering courses that foster analytical and design skills that can be applied to a range of engineering disciplines. Elective courses, design projects and undergraduate research opportunities allow students to pursue specific areas of interest.

Hope’s strong liberal arts core curriculum provides engineering students with critical thinking skills, proficiency in a foreign language and exposure to a diversity of views and cultures.

Graduates of the program are prepared to begin a professional career or continue study in graduate school.

Alumni Highlights

Meghan Estochen (’08)

SolAero Technologies

Meghan Estochen (’08) is currently the manager of continuous improvement for SolAero Technologies, the leading manufacturer of solar power for space applications, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Learn more about Meghan’s career and her time at Hope.

Jo Forst ’13

Medtronic

Jo Forst ’13 is currently associate market development manager in the Cardiovascular Division at Medtronic, a major medical technology and services corporation. Learn more about Jo’s career and her time at Hope.

Kurt Blohm ’06

Applied Biomimetic

Kurt Blohm ’06 is an applications engineer at Applied Biomimetic, a company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, with a unique focus on the development of membranes for water treatment and filtration systems. Learn more about Kurt’s career and his time at Hope.

Study Abroad Highlight

Tom Ritzman '18

Hope College Senior

Tom Ritzman ’18 is a mechanical engineering emphasis major who studied in Nantes, France during the spring semester of 2017. He stayed in France during the summer for an international engineering internship experience. Learn more about Tom’s time in France.