HYP Global and Santa Clara University School of Engineering Launch Official Pre-Master Boot Camp (PMBC) Partnership
In August 2025, HYP Global formalized a Pre-Master Boot Camp (PMBC) partnership with the School of Engineering at Santa Clara University (SCU).
HYP Global and Santa Clara University School of Engineering Launch Official Pre-Master Boot Camp (PMBC) Partnership
In August 2025, HYP Global formalized a Pre-Master Boot Camp (PMBC) partnership with the School of Engineering at Santa Clara University (SCU).
This marks a significant milestone in HYP Global's relationship with SCU. Following the highly successful PMBC partnership with SCU's Leavey School of Business since 2023, the School of Engineering has now joined the PMBC partnership program. HYP Global is now the official PMBC partner for both SCU's Leavey School of Business and School of Engineering.
Partner Voices
HYP Global: "SCU's location in the heart of Silicon Valley, its private liberal arts model, and the depth of its academic and industry resources give it a truly distinctive edge in the global recruitment market."
SCU School of Engineering: "Our past collaboration has proven that this partnership is both genuine and highly effective. The HYP Global team's deep roots in the Asian market have delivered impressive results."
About Santa Clara University
Santa Clara University (SCU) was founded in 1851 and is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, California — the oldest continuously operating institution of higher education in the state and the first university in California to award both bachelor's and master's degrees. SCU comprises six schools and colleges, serving approximately 6,000 undergraduates and 3,000 graduate students.
2025 Rankings
Ranking Body | 2025 Ranking |
U.S. News National University Rankings | Top 60 |
U.S. News Best Western Universities | #2 for 15 consecutive years |
Payscale Salary Potential Rankings | #7 nationally |
Wall Street Journal — Engineering Graduate Salary | #10 among private universities |
Forbes — Highest-Earning Graduates | #12 nationally |
Princeton Review — Best Career Services | #13 among private universities |
Silicon Valley Ecosystem and Notable Alumni
SCU's campus is surrounded by approximately 6,500 high-tech company headquarters and R&D centers — including Intel, NVIDIA, Cisco, Apple, Google, Meta, Netflix, and Tesla. In 2024, the San Francisco Bay Area attracted approximately $65 billion in venture capital — roughly 46% of all U.S. venture investment.
Alumni | Role & Achievement |
Chris Malachowsky | Co-founder and SVP of Engineering & Operations, NVIDIA |
Brendan Eich | Creator of JavaScript; Former CTO, Mozilla |
Peter Oppenheimer | Former CFO and SVP, Apple Inc. |
Bill Holt | Former EVP, Technology and Manufacturing Group, Intel |
Robin Beck | Chief Engineer, NASA Ames Research Center |
SCU School of Engineering
The SCU School of Engineering is guided by the "3C3H1T" teaching philosophy — emphasizing Competence, Conscience, and Compassion; integrating Head, Heart, and Hands; delivered through a Technical core curriculum that develops the whole person. The school operates state-of-the-art facilities including the Bioinnovation Design Lab, Nanoscale Structure Lab, Frugal Innovation Hub, and Robotics Systems Lab.
All master's programs at SCU's School of Engineering are STEM-designated, allowing international graduates to apply for up to 36 months of OPT (12-month standard OPT + 24-month STEM extension).
Engineering Master's Programs Available Through PMBC (All STEM-Designated)
Category | Degree (English) | Research Areas |
Artificial Intelligence | Artificial Intelligence M.S. | Computer Science & Engineering; Electrical & Computer Engineering |
Computer Science & Engineering | Computer Science & Engineering M.S. | Data Science, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, Multimedia, Networks, Systems Architecture |
Electrical & Computer Engineering | Electrical & Computer Engineering M.S. | Power & Control, Integrated Circuits, RF & EM, Signal Processing & ML, Digital Systems, Communications |
Robotics & Automation | Robotics & Automation M.S. | Industrial IoT & Manufacturing; Field Robotics |
Aerospace Engineering | Aerospace Engineering M.S. | Aeronautics; Astronautics |
Bioengineering | Bioengineering M.S. | Biomolecular, Biomaterials, Biodevices, Computational, Translational Bioengineering |
Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering M.S. | Dynamics & Control, Design & Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Thermal Fluids & Energy |
Power Systems & Sustainable Energy | Power Systems & Sustainable Energy M.S. | Mechanical / Electrical / Computer / Civil Engineering tracks |
Engineering Management & Leadership | Engineering Management & Leadership M.S. | Interdisciplinary engineering and team leadership |
Civil Engineering | Civil Engineering M.S. | Modern infrastructure and civil engineering systems |
Applied Mathematics | Applied Mathematics M.S. | Computational and applied engineering mathematics |
PMBC Program Overview
The SCU School of Engineering PMBC is designed specifically for students targeting SCU's engineering master's programs. Delivered entirely online, the program helps students master core engineering skills in advance and simultaneously receive a Conditional Admission offer to their target master's program. The program can be completed during the final undergraduate year in students' spare time, with no need to interrupt current studies.
PMBC Key Details
Detail | 2025 Official Standard |
Core courses (partial list) | Technical Communications; Modeling Concepts in Engineering; Circuit Design; Data Structures & Algorithms; C Programming; Engineering Mathematics; Data Analytics with Python & R; Introduction to Computer Science |
GPA requirement | Undergraduate GPA of approximately 3.0 recommended (4.0 scale) |
English proficiency | TOEFL 79+ / IELTS 6.5+ / Duolingo 105+ (may be submitted after initial application) |
Application fee | $100 USD |
Program tuition | $10,800 USD |
Format | 100% online; ~10 weeks; completed in spare time during final undergraduate year |
Fall timeline | Classes: September – December; Application deadline: September 1 |
Spring timeline | Classes: February – May; Application deadline: January 15 |
Admission | PMBC acceptance comes with a simultaneous Conditional Admission offer to the target engineering master's program |
Application Process
Step 1 — Submit Documents:Prepare your CV, official undergraduate transcripts, and English proficiency score report. Submit to HYP Global for a profile assessment and document pre-screening.
Step 2 — Pay the Application Fee:Submit the $100 USD PMBC application fee to the designated account.
Step 3 — Receive Conditional Admission:Upon passing the academic and language background review, SCU's School of Engineering will issue a Conditional Admission offer to your target master's program.
Step 4 — Confirm Your Place:Complete the PMBC tuition payment to secure your cohort seat.
Step 5 — Complete PMBC and Submit Formal Application:After completing the 10-week program and passing the assessment, submit your formal application through SCU's official online application system to receive your Full Offer of admission to the engineering master's program. HYP Global will help you understand the application process and required materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the SCU Engineering PMBC and the SCU Business PMBC?
HYP Global currently operates PMBC partnerships with both SCU's Leavey School of Business (since 2023) and School of Engineering (since 2025). The Business PMBC connects students to MSIS, MSBA, and other business-track programs; the Engineering PMBC connects students to 11 engineering master's programs — including AI, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, and more — all STEM-designated. The curriculum, eligible backgrounds, and application requirements differ between the two programs. Contact HYP Global for a free profile assessment to determine which pathway best fits your background.
Can students from non-engineering backgrounds apply for the SCU Engineering PMBC?
Yes. PMBC is partly designed to help students who need to strengthen their academic foundation before entering an engineering master's program. The curriculum covers C Programming, Python & R Data Analytics, Engineering Mathematics, Circuit Design, and more — systematically building the prerequisites required for SCU engineering graduate study. Contact HYP Global to assess whether your specific background is a strong fit.
Is a formal SCU application still required after completing PMBC?
Yes. After successfully completing PMBC and meeting the academic standard, students are still required to submit a formal application through SCU's official online application system. SCU's School of Engineering will issue a Full Offer of admission based on PMBC completion and performance. HYP Global will help you navigate the formal application process and required materials.
Are all SCU Engineering master's programs STEM-designated?
Yes. All master's programs at SCU's School of Engineering hold official STEM designation, entitling international graduates to apply for up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) — 12 months standard OPT plus a 24-month STEM extension. This is a significant career advantage, particularly in Silicon Valley's technology sector.
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HYP Global regional admissions representatives are available to answer your questions and provide a free profile assessment. Stay tuned for upcoming online information sessions featuring SCU School of Engineering admissions staff.
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