BXA Introduces New Engineering Studies and Arts Degree Program

In response to student requests and as part of an expansion in areas of study at Carnegie Mellon University, a new degree program is being introduced that's tailored to students with a solid math and science background who also have strong creative talents and interests. The integrated degree, the Bachelor of Engineering Studies and Arts (BESA), is offered by the BXA Intercollege Degree Programs in partnership with the College of Engineering and the College of Fine Arts. BESA applications are open for CMU internal transfer students. The program will be part of the common application next cycle, for fall 2023 first-year student enrollment. Three current students have been admitted, and they are eager to earn a degree that combines their interests. Joey Mok (left) , a sophomore cello performance major in the School of Music , is one of the students who looks forward to earning a BESA degree. A cello player since third grade, Mok said it has been a passion since middle school.