School of Engineering
Engineering That Matters
We’re focused on engineering that matters — providing students with the skills and knowledge needed to change the world, and the courage to do it.
From conducting research and creating in the makerspace to service learning and co-ops and internships, engineering majors have countless opportunities to gain practical experience and prepare for a meaningful career.
98%
of undergrad engineering students are employed, in grad school or in a full-time service program within six months of graduation.
No. 1
among Catholic colleges for engineering research.
Top 3 Reasons to Choose Engineering at UD
Guaranteed Admission to Your Major
Do you like the idea of being admitted directly into the School of Engineering by either declaring a major or starting in the Discover Engineering or Discover Engineering Technology program? Either way, you'll have a spot in the program of your choice without worrying about seat availability.
You're Unique. Your Education Should Be, Too.
Want to pursue a double major or a minor? Study abroad or use your technical skills for humanitarian purposes? Gain real-world experience through co-ops and internships? At UD, you can customize your education to match your interests and prepare you to reach your professional goals. Your dedicated success adviser will help you develop — and complete — your plan.
Explore the Office of Student SuccessA Focus on Community
At UD, you'll be encouraged to strive for excellence, but not at the expense of others. You'll be part of a collaborative, welcoming community of learners. Here, you'll find a supportive environment where you can ask questions, explore your interests and prepare for a successful future. To top it off, your classes will be taught by accomplished, committed faculty — not teaching assistants or graduate students.
Engineering Co-ops and Internships
Take your engineering experience to the next level and find your passion through co-ops and internships. All positions are paid experiences and provide invaluable engineering work experience.
The Ethos Center
Students serve others and use practical engineering skills for humanitarian purposes. Our students learn about the world, different cultures and themselves. Students participate internationally or domestically in immersions for 11+ weeks or in breakouts for up to two weeks.
Diversity in Engineering Center
The Diversity in Engineering Center connects engineering students, faculty and staff as well as engineering industry and community partners to create opportunities for academic success, professional networking and inclusive communities.
Innovation Center
The Innovation Center connects student teams with industrial, entrepreneurial and community clients to solve real-world challenges, as well as offer entrepreneurial and design-focused courses.
Dr. Chris Vehar Jutte ‘02, now a contractor with NASA, recently came back to her alma mater this spring to discuss engineering as a vocation for the common good. During her discussion with current students, she shared her own vocational journey, which included being part of a group of students who started what is now the Ethos Center.
The University of Dayton’s Flyer Pitch awarded top prizes from among 100 applicants to a new rapid test to detect disease among farm animals and crops; a social enterprise to promote better health for Black Americans; and a nonprofit dedicated to helping fatherless teen girls.
The University of Dayton was chosen to lead the state of Ohio’s Office of Workforce Transformation 5G Broadband grant for the West node, representing 12 counties in Ohio.