In August 2025, HYP Global officially established a recruitment partnership with the School of Engineering at Santa Clara University (SCU) for the Pre-Master Boot Camp (PMBC) program.
In August 2025, HYP Global officially established a recruitment partnership with the School of Engineering at Santa Clara University (SCU) for the Pre-Master Boot Camp (PMBC) program.
Through this collaboration, HYP Global and SCU will support students pursuing graduate engineering education by providing structured academic preparation pathways connected to all master’s programs within the School of Engineering.
The partnership further reflects HYP Global’s continued focus on high-quality graduate pathways and its commitment to connecting international students with leading institutions in Silicon Valley and beyond.
About the School of Engineering
The Santa Clara University School of Engineering is dedicated to preparing engineers and technology leaders who combine technical excellence with ethical responsibility, global awareness, and human-centered innovation.
Across both undergraduate and graduate education, the school emphasizes a holistic educational philosophy that integrates engineering expertise with social impact, leadership, and interdisciplinary thinking.
SCU’s engineering education framework is built around its “3C3H1T” philosophy, highlighting:
- Competence
- Conscience
- Compassion
while also integrating the development of:
- Head
- Heart
- Hands
through a strong technical curriculum and experiential learning environment.
The School of Engineering offers 11 STEM-designated graduate programs, including rapidly growing fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, data science, and sustainable energy systems.
Students also benefit from access to advanced research facilities and innovation platforms, including:
- BioInnovation and Design Lab
- Center for Nanostructures
- Frugal Innovation Hub
- Latimer Energy Lab
- Maker Lab
- Robotics Systems Lab
These interdisciplinary research environments provide students with practical experience closely aligned with the evolving needs of Silicon Valley industries.
Featured Graduate Engineering Programs
Programs included in the PMBC partnership include:
Aerospace Engineering M.S.
- Aeronautics
- Astronautics
Applied Mathematics M.S.
Artificial Intelligence M.S.
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Electrical & Computer Engineering
Bioengineering M.S.
- Biomolecular Engineering
- Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering
- Biodevice Engineering
- Computational Bioengineering
- Translational Bioengineering
Civil Engineering M.S.
Computer Science & Engineering M.S.
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Information Assurance
- Multimedia Processing
- Computer Networks
- Computer Architecture & Systems
Electrical & Computer Engineering M.S.
- Power & Control Systems
- IC Design & Technology
- RF & Applied Electromagnetics
- Signal Processing & Machine Learning
- Digital Systems
- Communications
Engineering Management & Leadership M.S.
Mechanical Engineering M.S.
- Dynamics and Controls
- Design and Manufacturing
- Mechanics and Materials
- Mechatronic Systems Engineering
- Thermofluids and Energy
Power Systems & Sustainable Energy M.S.
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Civil Engineering
Robotics & Automation M.S.
- Industrial Internet-of-Things & Manufacturing
- Field Robotics
For more information:
https://www.scu.edu/bulletin/graduate/school-of-engineering/
Career and Industry Connections
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the SCU School of Engineering maintains close relationships with leading global technology companies including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, and Meta.
The school actively encourages students to participate in innovation initiatives, entrepreneurship projects, and industry competitions, enabling them to develop practical engineering experience and deepen their understanding of emerging technologies and industry trends.
All engineering programs at SCU are STEM-designated, allowing eligible international graduates to apply for up to 36 months of OPT employment authorization in the United States.
The school continues to maintain a strong reputation among Silicon Valley employers and is consistently recognized among leading engineering institutions in the western United States.
About the PMBC Program
Official PMBC website:
https://www.scu.edu/engineering/graduate/hyppmbc/
The Pre-Master Boot Camp (PMBC) is an online preparatory program designed for students intending to pursue graduate study at the SCU School of Engineering.
The program helps students strengthen both technical foundations and academic readiness prior to beginning their master’s degree studies.
Delivered fully online over approximately 10 weeks, PMBC allows students to participate during their senior undergraduate year while continuing their existing studies.
Students admitted into PMBC will also receive conditional admission to their target master’s program. Upon successful completion of PMBC coursework, submission of the formal graduate application, and fulfillment of admission requirements such as English proficiency scores, students may progress toward full graduate admission.
Sample PMBC Courses
Course offerings may include:
- Technical Communications
- Modeling Concepts
- Circuit Design
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- C Programming
- Engineering Mathematics
- Data Analytics with Python & R
- Introduction to Computer Science
Recommended Admission Profile
Applicants are generally encouraged to meet the following academic standards:
- GPA around 3.0
- TOEFL 79 / IELTS 6.5 / Duolingo 105
- English scores may be submitted after PMBC application submission
- Application fee: USD 100
Program Timeline
Fall PMBC
September – December
Application deadline: September 1
Spring PMBC
February – May
Application deadline: January 15
Specific course schedules may be adjusted based on academic calendars and holidays.
Program Fee
USD 10,800 per student
PMBC Advantages
Key benefits of the PMBC pathway include:
- Conditional admission to a target master’s program upon PMBC acceptance
- Opportunity for senior undergraduate students to begin graduate preparation early
- Preparation in prerequisite technical subjects such as modeling, circuit design, and algorithms
- Development of academic English, research, and technical communication skills
- Early exposure to U.S. graduate teaching methodologies
- Reduced housing and living expenses through online delivery
- Flexible and accessible fully online learning format
Contact Information
For consultation or application inquiries:
Santa Clara University School of Engineering:
https://www.scu.edu/engineering/
Additional online information sessions and recruitment events will be announced in the near future.
