Academics + Research

We don't just stay ahead of the curve. We create it.

A Kettering electrical engineering student studies a circuit in the Design Circuit Lab

We’re built for those who see our robust academic structure and future-focused research as a challenge. See how we help you push boundaries until you’re at the top of an industry.

Kettering’s 50/50 blend of rigorous academics and hands-on Co-op experience empowers the talented coder to develop advanced algorithms, the driven entrepreneur to launch successful startups, and the inventive gearhead to engineer revolutionary automotive technologies. We exist for those who want to master cutting-edge skills in engineering, computer science, and business to fuel their breakthroughs.

Delve into our fast-paced degree programs to reach your goals, whether building computer systems for self-driving vehicles, designing life-saving medical devices, or preparing for a career in automotive or technology law. Test-drive your ideas, push the boundaries of what’s possible, and join the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs at Kettering.

Academics at Kettering: For the Determined

Academics at Kettering: For the Determined

Pursue your biggest goals with faculty that impact today's most advanced industries, Co-op employers who lead their fields, and classmates who drive you to solve problems and build the future.

Two Kettering mechanical engineering students and a professor look closely at a car part in the Car Lab

A National Leader in STEM Programs

US News Best Colleges Engineering Programs 2025
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US News Best Colleges Co-op/Internships 2025

Our Academics by the Numbers

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Undergraduate majors, each of which comes with access to high-tech laboratories

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Our student-to-faculty ratio maintains the level of rigor and focus you need to succeed

100 %

All students apply their classroom learning in our Co-op program twice a year, every year

Explore How Kettering Helps You Achieve More

Learn, innovate, and lead with Kettering's academic offerings, online flexibility,  and global opportunities.

Colleges & Schools

Our Colleges and Schools encompass academic areas that support majors, minors, and industry partnerships that keep us at the forefront of innovation.

Kettering Online

Our online graduate programs deliver the same rigorous education with the flexibility to fit your busy lifestyle. Sharpen your STEM expertise and prepare to lead your organization.

Global Learning

With our 11-week terms and Co-op rotations, you might think international study is not an option, but it is! Countries like Germany offer both study and Co-op opportunities.

Academic Resources at Kettering

Explore Kettering’s diverse tools and resources that empower you to relentlessly pursue your dreams.

A School of Management Kettering professor explains a business concept to a student in front of a whiteboard

Academic Services

Gain access to our academic calendar and catalogs. Find information for the Registrar's Office and Academic Success Center.

A Kettering professor explains electrical engineering concepts to three students in the High Voltage Lab

Honors Program

You’re already ahead of the curve — but you can go even further. Our invitation-only honors program qualifies you for additional scholarships, research assistant positions, and more.

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Library

Access hard-copy resources and our vast digital collection with the Kettering University Library. Our librarians offer research assistance, and you can access digital tools from Grammarly to Mango Languages.

Research at Kettering: Turn Ideas into Reality

Research at Kettering: Turn Ideas into Reality

Work toward your goals with hands-on research in the classroom and our high-tech labs. You’ll master cutting-edge technical skills to build systems and develop technology that shapes today's industry. Not as a senior. Not as a graduate student. Starting day one.

Learn About Research at Kettering

Student working in the Amped Lab

Our Labs by the Numbers

As an undergraduate or graduate student, you can gain research skills and experiences as soon as  your first year at Kettering.

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Research-dedicated lab facilities

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Major Research Instrumentation Grants from the National Science Foundation in the last 12 years

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Mobility Research Center is used by students to research and develop autonomous vehicles, vehicle safety standards, and more

Experience the Synergy of Academics and Research

Cutting-edge research fuels innovative curricula and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Make an impact in today’s most advanced industries at Kettering University.