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Engineering That Matters

Being an engineer is all about making a difference! We are the dreamers, inventors, innovators, researchers and problem solvers. Your engineering degree opens up a world of possibilities — and engineering is consistently one of the highest-paying and in-demand professions.

As a UD engineering student, you can discover your passion while gaining practical experience through a variety of options. Our dedicated Engineering Co-op and Internship Office connects you with leading employers, helping you gain valuable, paid, real-world experience. You could also choose to go on an ETHOS immersion, study abroad or explore our endless research opportunities. Our holistic advisors help you explore your interests and craft your personalized flight plan to include these experiences.

Academics

Undergraduate Degrees and Programs

The UD School of Engineering offers eight undergraduate degree programs —plus four co-majors — and 25+ minors to help prepare you for careers in the fields of chemical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical engineering and engineering technology.

Graduate Degrees and Programs

The UD School of Engineering offers 12 master's degree programs, six doctoral programs and five graduate certificate programs, for those wishing to continue their education.

Discover Programs

Unsure what you'd like to major in? Explore our Discover Engineering and Discover Engineering Technology programs, where you can explore the academic programs in the School of Engineering before finalizing a major — while staying on track to graduate in four years.

Experiential Learning

No matter which engineering degree you pursue at UD, you'll have numerous opportunities to take your learning beyond the classroom through student organizations, global learning, co-ops and internships, research and more.

Featured Programs and Initiatives

ETHOS Center

The ETHOS Center connects students to community partners around the world for community-engaged engineering education, research, partnerships and action. You can participate in immersions or breakouts in the U.S. and abroad for hands-on social impact engineering projects.

Co-ops and Internships

Take your engineering experience to the next level and find your passion with co-op and internship opportunities. Our Engineering Co-op and Internship office helps students find placements.

Industry partners attend our career fairs, employ our students for co-ops and internships and sponsor our senior design projects. Learn how to establish an industry partnership with the School of Engineering.

Innovation Center

The Innovation Center is home to engineering design, entrepreneurial learning and creativity. We connect industrial, entrepreneurial and community clients experiencing real-world challenges to student teams who are ready to find solutions.

Diversity in Engineering Center

The Diversity in Engineering Center connects engineering students, faculty, staff, industry and community partners with opportunities for academic success, professional networking and inclusive communities.

5G Broadband Program

Thanks to an Ohio Office of Workforce Transformation 5G Broadband grant, UD is partnering with other educational institutions to offer training and certifications to support Ohio's statewide 5G broadband network.

Sensors Directorate Internship Program

The Sensors Directorate Internship Program is a unique research collaboration between the Air Force Research Laboratories, UD, Wright State University and participating institutions to advance innovative research solutions to difficult and dynamic situations.
Engineering News
1.12.2026
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A Career Shaped by the Arts link-arrow link-arrow

Joseph Formholtz knew he wanted to attend the University of Dayton’s engineering program. What he didn’t count on, once here, was the “lab” where he’d find new opportunities to blend engineering with art would be UD’s Roger Glass Center for the Arts.
1.6.2026
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Re-making the Makerspace link-arrow link-arrow

Engineers don’t make mistakes; they make revisions. For Tyler Sprague, that meant printing gas pedals and steering wheels, refining the designs before committing to costly and irreversible metal parts.
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Engineering Curiosity of Honors Student Abigail Ruffle link-arrow link-arrow

Discover how Honors student Abigail Ruffle turned a classroom project into a transformative research experience that reshaped her academic path. Her journey shows the power of curiosity, campus connections, and stepping beyond your comfort zone.