Partner Programs

Earn two degrees in five years: a BA in Biology from St. Edward’s University and an MS in Clinical Laboratory Science from The University of Texas Medical Branch.

In the first three years at St. Edward’s, students will complete the general education curriculum, most courses for the undergraduate major, and prerequisite courses for the Clinical Laboratory Science major. Students then apply for admission to the MS in Clinical Laboratory Science at UTMB and, if successful, complete the coursework for both degrees during the following two years. 

St. Edward’s University students with a grade of B or higher in all prerequisite classes will automatically be accepted to the MS program. After successful completion of the fourth year of study, UTMB classes will be transferred to St. Edward’s and the student will earn a Bachelor of Arts in biology.  After successful completion of the fifth year of study, students will earn a Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from UTMB.

Degree Plan for Dual Degree 3+2 Biology BA and Clinical Laboratory Science MS (PDF)

St. Edward’s University point of contact:

Paul Walter, PhD
pauljw@erare.net
(512) 637-5636

Earn a dual degree in Mathematics and Engineering.

Through this dual-degree program, you’ll earn a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from St. Edward’s University and a second degree in Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.

After your junior or senior year at St. Edward’s, you’ll complete two years at Washington University, earning a second degree from one of five departments:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Electrical and Systems Engineering
• Energy, Environmental and Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering and Material Science

This program graduates engineers with strong communication and problem-solving skills, a broad background in the humanities and social sciences, and high-quality technical education. Participants are undergraduates who commonly follow either a 3–2 or a 4–2 schedule, entering Washington University after their junior or senior year.

Additional program advantages include:

• The opportunity to complete degrees in two diverse areas (Mathematics and Engineering).
• Extra time to pursue other academic, athletic or extracurricular interests.
• The opportunity to use the supportive, personalized environment of a small liberal arts institution to develop the skills and confidence needed for success in engineering.
• The chance to acquire scientific problem-solving skills necessary to be effective in today’s technology-oriented society.

To prepare for career opportunities that require multidisciplinary teams to address challenges, students in the dual degree program will develop strong oral and written communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

Applications are typically submitted during the winter of a student’s junior or senior year. Application deadline is February 28. There is no application fee. Do not apply using the Common Application.

Information about financial aid while attending Washington University.

St. Edward’s University point of contact:

Paul Walter, PhD
pauljw@erare.net
(512) 637-5636

ESTEEM is an innovative 11-month entrepreneurship master’s program with the University of Notre Dame

St. Edward’s has partnered with the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, to give our students a unique chance to enhance existing scientific, mathematics, engineering and technical skills through a sound introduction to business and the commercialization of innovative science and technology.

Unlike the traditional MBA, an entrepreneurship master’s focuses on the direct application of business skills to an entrepreneurial environment. ESTEEM (Engineering, Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Excellence Master’s Program) sets itself apart from other entrepreneur master’s programs by putting students in the middle of real-time startup development.

Students have the opportunity to:

• Learn specific skills required to launch a business.
• Complete a Capstone thesis project with a faculty mentor, taking a product from concept to commercialization.
• Thoroughly evaluate technology used in industry.
• Develop a go-to-market strategy, including a complete business plan and financial forecast.
• Take advantage of Notre Dame’s wide network of investors and alumni for help to launch ventures inspired by Capstone projects. Incubators and support services include the Notre Dame Alumni Association and the Fellow Irish Social Hub.

Two annual spots in the 11-month program are reserved for graduates of St. Edward’s. Merit scholarships are available.

“I found ESTEEM of particular value in working cross-functionally across multiple disciplines. The program emphasizes technical depth with industry depth. This core skill set is of tremendous value to anyone with a background in a technical field.” 
– Courtney Parry ’10, ESTEEM Graduate, is a consultant with Deloitte.

About the Faculty

The professors chosen to lead students through the immersive experience ESTEEM promises are equally dedicated to the sciences as well as the study of innovation, entrepreneurship and business. Representing a wide range of engineering, science, and business disciplines, these professors serve as instructors, mentors and sounding boards as students expand their horizons and explore their future possibilities.

St. Edward’s University point of contact:

Paul Walter, PhD
pauljw@erare.net
(512) 637-5636