Many of you probably have lots of questions about engineering and/or computer
science as well as college in general. The information below can answer some of
the typical questions, but if you have other questions or concerns you are more
than welcome to contact us.
What do I want to major in?
It is really hard to know exactly what you want to do with the rest of your life
straight out of high school. It takes time to figure out your likes and
dislikes. Ease your mind by knowing that it is completely okay to be undecided
about your major.
Most students interested in engineering or computer science have about a year
where they can change their major without losing coursework, which gives you
plenty of time to figure it all out. Your first year typically consists of
math, physics, basic computer and engineering courses, and general education
courses (i.e. history, art, psychology).
Are there things to do on campus?
The University has hundreds of things that you can be a part of...from academic
clubs to interest clubs (i.e. skiing, anime, chess, religion) to club sports.
Wright State also has several sororities and fraternities if you are interested
in going Greek. There is something out there for everyone.
Within the College of Engineering and Computer Science, there are about 15
student clubs that you can join. There are clubs for each major, such as the
American Society of Mechanical Engineers. The College also has a Society of
Women Engineers and a National Society of Black Engineers. The largest student
club is the Wright Engineering Council. This organization is open to all
students within the College, regardless of your major.
It is a good idea to join one or two organizations on campus. They can help you
meet people, gain leadership skills, and have fun at Wright State.
What should I do in high school to prepare for college?
If you are interested in majoring in engineering or computer science in college,
you need to take as much math and science as possible in high school. A strong
understanding of algebra and trigonometry will help in the calculus sequence in
college.
It is also great if you can have at least one course in chemistry and/or
physics, so that when you take the courses in college the concepts are not
completely foreign to you.
Students also need to take either the ACT or SAT for admission into the
University. Wright State accepts both types of tests.
If you are taking AP courses in high school and would like to get credit for
courses in college, generally a score of 3 or higher on the AP exams will allow
for course credit. For specific questions on the requirements for AP credit,
please contact the Office of Admissions at (937) 775-5700.
If you have any other general questions or concerns that aren't answered here,
please contact us at:
If you have specific questions regarding your major of interest, please contact
your enrollment advisor. A complete list of these advisors is available by
clicking on Enrollment Advisors in the box above.
