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.
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A 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.
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The best way to understand our passion, innovation and community is to experience it yourself.
The University of Dayton is among three schools the National Science Foundation awarded $526,630 to create research experiences for undergraduates studying STEM for social change defined by United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
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Doug McKeown ’84 remembers how a young engineer at his firm had to always carry engineering drawings, whether needed or not, so that they were not stopped from entering the project site.
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This past summer, four UD graduate students, along with students from U.S. universities, traveled to Taiwan for a week to explore Taiwan's display technology industry, thanks to a joint NSF Advanced Studies Institute (ASI) grant between Penn State University and University of Dayton.
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Many student organizations have periods of hiatus over the years. But all it takes is one eager student to bring it back to life. The University of Dayton School of Engineering’s Society of Automotive Engineers — or the Baja team as they are known — is one of them. “SAE International’s Baja competition has been around since 1976,” said Jeremy Price, vice president of the student organization. “We have spoken to UD alumni who competed in the 90s and early 2000s, but Dayton has not competed in many years.”
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99%
of recent graduates are working within their chosen field or a stepping stone towards it.
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90%
first-year student retention rate.
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Top Ranked
UD was named a "best engineering school" in U.S. News & World Report's 2023 Best Graduate Schools rankings.
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.
