Students in Human Centered Design & Engineering learn to collaborate with diverse teams to identify, describe, and solve problems for an inclusive and global society.
We are looking for applicants who demonstrate resilience, intellectual curiosity, creativity, and a growing interest in the social impact of technology.
In addition, we are looking for applicants who can demonstrate some level of past community engagement and/or leadership.
Please address each of the prompts below separately. We will not be able to look at portfolios.
Statement 1
How have your prior activities and experiences (e.g., things you have done at school, in the workplace, in your community, and/or extracurricular activities) prepared you for this program and this field?
Please provide specific examples. [600 words maximum]
Statement 2
Please describe your particular interest in Human Centered Design & Engineering, and explain what specific elements of the program make it a good fit for you.
How will this program assist you in your longer-term goals? Please provide specific examples. [600 words maximum]
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Statements
Statement 1
Statement 2
Resume/CV
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