Academics + Research
We don’t just stay ahead of the curve. We create it.
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
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.
Our Academics by the Numbers
14:1
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
Academic Resources at Kettering
Explore Kettering’s diverse tools and resources that empower you to relentlessly pursue your dreams.
Our Colleges and Schools encompass academic areas that support majors, minors, and industry partnerships that keep us at the forefront of innovation.
Gain access to our academic calendar and catalogs. Find information for the Registrar’s Office and Academic Success Center.
With our 11-week terms and Co-op rotations, you might think international study is not an option, but it is! Countries like Germany, Korea and Ireland offer both study and Co-op opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
Trey Sprecher ’23, M’24 (B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S. Computer Engineering, M.S. Electrical Engineering) collaborates with California-based startup OpenRoad to design compact, high-efficiency circuit boards for electric vehicle technology.
Research at Kettering:
Turn Ideas Into Action
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.
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.
13
Specialized research labs focused on renewable energy, AI, autonomous driving, high-performance computing, high voltage research, and more.
12
Major Research Instrumentation Grants from the National Science Foundation in the past 12 years.
21-acre
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.