What does Olin College do?

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, located in Needham, Massachusetts, is a private undergraduate institution focused exclusively on engineering education. Established in 1997 and opened in 2002, Olin College was founded with a significant donation from the F. W. Olin Foundation. The college aims to transform engineering education by producing innovative engineers who can address global challenges through creative solutions. Olin College features a project-based curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving. Students engage in collaborative projects from their first semester, culminating in capstone projects presented at the Olin Expo. The college offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical & Computer Engineering, along with specialized learning modules in areas like entrepreneurship and sustainable engineering. Olin also supports students' diverse interests through its Passionate Pursuits program, fostering well-rounded innovators.