About
Kettering University is a premier STEM-focused institution best known for its elite programs in mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering, as well as computer science. Setting itself apart from traditional colleges, Kettering features a distinctive, mandatory co-op curriculum that alternates three-month academic terms with paid, professional work experiences starting in your freshman year. This career-driven model fosters a highly focused, close-knit campus culture where students actively participate in hands-on organizations like Formula SAE, engage in a vibrant Greek life, and graduate with up to two and a half years of professional experience with major industry partners.
Wikipedia:Kettering University is a private university in Flint, Michigan. It offers bachelor of science and master’s degrees in STEM and business. Kettering University undergraduate students must complete at least five co-op terms to graduate.
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