Bachelor in Engineering (Bachelor's)

At Kettering University, tuition is Tuition for the 2026-2027 academic year is $38,500 per year for full-time undergraduate students..

Students in this programme work on multidisciplinary engineering projects involving mechanical, electrical, computer, and industrial systems. They gain hands-on experience in labs using integrated manufacturing equipment and robotic systems. The curriculum emphasizes real-world problem solving through co-op placements and a senior thesis. Students develop skills in systems optimization, design, and implementation across various industries.

Focus areas include Engineering Management, Manufacturing Systems, Mechatronics Systems, Robotic Systems.

The programme requires 128 credits, distributed across core engineering courses, concentration-specific electives, a senior thesis, and co-op work terms. Upper-level coursework focuses on specialized areas within the chosen concentration.

Graduates enter roles such as automation engineer, robotics specialist, quality control engineer, and industrial systems engineer in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and technology sectors.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Required documents include official transcripts, a personal statement, and standardized test scores if submitted. International students must also provide proof of English proficiency.

The programme totals about 128 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme with co-op rotations integrated into the academic schedule. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 79% of applicants.

Kettering University’s campus is located at 1700 University Ave. in Flint, southeast Michigan. Student life includes competition teams, clubs and organizations, fraternity and sorority life, community involvement, housing and dining. Students can work on hands-on projects such as building electric vehicles, developing coding languages and creating businesses. Robotics activities, Formula SAE and aerial drone competitions also form part of campus life. The university offers opportunities to connect with the surrounding community while studying and working on practical projects.

Academic areas include business management, chemical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, engineering management, industrial engineering, manufacturing systems, mechanical engineering, mechatronic systems, robotic systems, and semiconductor materials and devices. These majors are organized around interdisciplinary areas and focus on complex, high-technology solutions. Kettering’s co-op experience gives students 2.5 years of paid professional experience in their chosen fields, supported by more than 550 co-op partners across the United States. Students also take part in research and innovation: Kettering students have filed or held 102 patent applications over the past 14 years. For prospective international students, the university offers a focused setting in Flint with access to engineering, computing and business programs, a structured route into professional experience, and campus activities that extend beyond the classroom.