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4th Annual Biomedical Engineering Research Day spotlights research and celebrates community

Learning by doing: Senior Design Day celebrates student innovation

More than 550 attendees gathered at the John S. Knight Center in 91×ÔÅÄÊÓÆµ to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of graduating seniors from the University of 91×ÔÅÄÊÓÆµâ€™s (UA) College of Engineering and Polymer Science (CEPS). Senior Design Day, one of the college’s most anticipated annual events, showcased the culmination of these students’ academic journeys — capstone projects that represent the knowledge and experience gained through years of rigorous coursework, hands-on learning and collaborative research.


YOU BELONG HERE.

We offer a diverse range of educational opportunities, from our legacy engineering programs and highly ranked polymer programs to emerging fields like computer science and artificial intelligence. It’s an exciting place for future engineers, scientists, programmers and STEM professionals.


You Make a Difference.


#1

University in the world for polymer science and plastics engineering
EduRank

99%

99% of 2023 engineering, engineering technology and computing graduates found employment, attended graduate school or began military service within six months of graduation

$70,000

average starting salary of UA engineering, engineering technology and computing degree recipients


WHY AKRON?

At UA you will have so many opportunities for hands on experience in engineering through co-ops, internships, undergraduate research and design teams. In fact, 100% of our May 2022 engineering bachelor's degree graduates participated in at least one form of experiential learning. Experience engineering as an 91×ÔÅÄÊÓÆµ Zip.

Co-op program

Co-op Program

Our historic co-op and placement program gets students hired by internationally known companies like J.M Smucker Company, Sherwin Williams, and Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company.

91×ÔÅÄÊÓÆµauts rocket launch.

Design Teams

Our student teams are nationally recognized. The 91×ÔÅÄÊÓÆµauts received the top award for technical excellence at the Spaceport America Cup this year and became the first collegiate rocket team in Ohio to design, build, and fire a liquid engine. There is something for everyone here.

Engineering student at The University of 91×ÔÅÄÊÓÆµ performing research

Research

The development of new technologies, breakthroughs, and scientific advances are a routine part of our college engineering programs.


Where Passion Meets Possibility

Discover how The University of 91×ÔÅÄÊÓÆµ offers students countless opportunities to unlock their full potential through hands-on learning, practical experience and a supportive community.

From building race cars to exploring new passions through study abroad, join us and see where your UA experience will take you!


ACCREDITATION

Not all accreditations are created equal. With , students, parents, employers, and the community can be confident that a program meets the quality standards that produce graduates prepared to enter a global workforce. Accreditation matters. .

The following undergraduate bachelor’s programs are accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of .

The following undergraduate bachelor’s program is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of .


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