Kettering University
Kettering University is the country’s premier engineering, science, math and business university. Kettering is an institution dedicated to experiential learning and cooperative education.
Located in Flint, Mich., Kettering University is built on a tradition of experiential learning through co-operative education. Kettering is dedicated to adding transformational value to our students and stakeholders through exemplary programs in engineering, science and business. Kettering University achieves its mission by: Empowering learning by balancing academic and experiential educational processes that prepare life-long learners and socially responsible leaders of integrity who make significant contributions to their profession, their communities, and society; expanding knowledge through organized research with a focus on applications of value to our stakeholders; and engaging collaborative partnerships that contribute to the well-being of our region and society.
Engaged Students
Kettering’s co-op and experiential learning program is designed to achieve the educational and career goals of our students in conjunction with meeting the future human resource needs of our 500 corporate employers around the world. See a full listing of our employer partners here.
Great Teaching
Faculty members at Kettering University embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and have worked in a variety of industries, giving unique real-world guidance to students in their coursework. Our faculty pride themselves on challenging students to be creative thinkers and problem solvers. Kettering offers one of the most innovative styles of learning in the country, and talented faculty members guide the entire process for our students.
The learning environment is bolstered by some of the most state of the art laboratories of any university in the country, allowing students at all levels the chance to experience hands-on learning from the moment they step onto campus.
Vibrant Community
Kettering alumni don’t just move on to the employment world after graduation. Our alums are leading thinkers in many industries. More importantly, our most successful alums stay connected to campus, frequently returning and interacting with students, sharing their professional expertise. Our accessible alumni give current Kettering students a fantastic resource that is unprecedented in comparison to many other universities.
Successful Outcomes
Kettering University students are uniquely prepared to become innovators in the workforce immediately upon their graduation. Kettering graduates are routinely among the highest earning college graduates shortly after leaving school, a testament to the demand for highly skilled employees who are trained to hit the ground running by Kettering’s combination of scholastic excellence and experiential learning.
Kettering University is a 4 ½-year engineering, science, math and business college established in 1919.
Web site
http://www.kettering.edu
Location
Flint, Michigan
Student Profile
Almost 2,000 undergraduate students (82% male, 18% female); from 35 states and 30 countries
Faculty Profile
125 full-time faculty, 14:1 student/faculty ratio.
Athletics
Club hockey and Ultimate Frisbee teams. Mascot: Bulldogs Colors: Blue and gold.
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Majors
Applied Mathematics
Applied Physics
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Business Administration (BBA & BSBA)
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Physics
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Graduate Majors
Master of Business Administration - MBA
MS in Information Technology
MS in Manufacturing Management
MS in Operations Management
MS in Manufacturing Operations
MS in Engineering Management
MS in Engineering - Automotive Systems (On-campus only)
MS in Engineering - Electrical and Computer Engineering
MS in Engineering - Manufacturing Engineering
MS in Engineering - Mechanical Cognate
MS in Engineering - Mechanical Design
Costs and Aid
$14,768 per term. 98 % of students receive scholarships, grants, loans and/or work study on top of co-op earnings that range from $40,000 to $65,000 over their college career. Generous merit scholarships – link to the scholarship calculator.
More Distinctions
- 98% of Kettering graduates are employed or go to graduate school in their fields within six months of graduation
- Mechanical Engineering is #2 in the country among non-Ph.D. granting universities – U.S. News & World Report
- Engineering programs rank in the Top 25 in the country among non-Ph.D. granting universities – U.S. News & World Report
- IME ranked #1 or #2 in country for a decade in America’s Best Colleges
- “Best In Class” National Award for Entrepreneurship Across the Curriculum Program – Kern Family Foundation
- Alumni salaries – in Top 10 in Midwest – PayScale.com
- Alumni salaries – top other Michigan universities – PayScale.com
- One of the 328 Most Interesting Colleges – Kaplan’s
- A "Best Midwestern College" – Princeton Review
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Admission to Kettering University is a selective process based on traditional academic criteria. Our admission process is a personal one. We are interested in learning about your interests, talents and career goals!
Applicants to Kettering University should have pursued a rigorous college preparatory curriculum and achieved high scholastic standing especially in the areas of science, math and English.
Required Coursework*
2 years of Algebra
1 year of Geometry
1 semester of Trigonometry (except for the BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
2 years of Lab Science (one must be Physics or Chemistry for all degree programs except the BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration), which requires 2 years of Science)
3 years of English
Calculus or Pre-Calculus recommended (if available)
AP and IB coursework is also accepted
*All applicants are encouraged to complete English, science and math courses beyond these minimum requirements.
College Entrance Exams
Applicants for freshman admission are required to submit official test scores from either ACT or SAT. Scores should be sent to Kettering University from the testing agency.
Test Score Ranges (ranges represent the scores for the middle 50% of students)
ACT Scores (Kettering's Code: 1998)
English 22 — 26
Math 25 — 30
Composite 24 — 28
SAT Scores (Kettering's Code: 1246)
Verbal 530 — 630
Math 590 — 680
Beyond these minimum requirements, Kettering does not have a fixed formula for determining who to accept for admission. However, a strong record of achievement is expected. A separate GPA will be calculated for Math, Science and English coursework for all students. GPA (including 9th Grade): 3.0 or better. Some students' records do not reflect their true abilities, so please get in touch with Kettering at 800-955-4464, ext. 7865, if you would like to discuss your application with admissions counselors.
Kettering University Admissions
1700 University Avenue
Flint, MI 48504
1-800-955-4464 ext. 7865
School Website:
http://www.kettering.edu
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