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College of Engineering & Science

Purpose + Impact in Detroit

Hands-on learning, paid co-op opportunities and faculty mentorship prepare you for success in engineering, science and technology.

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Earn up to $30 an hour while gaining real-world experience.
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Research from Year One

Work alongside faculty on cutting-edge research projects.
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Pre-med, Pre-dental or Pre-health

Personalized advising and detailed recommendation letters strengthen your graduate school applications. All students have access to Kaplan test prep.
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Engineering Project Opportunities

Engage in labs, projects and internships that put theory into practice.
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Affordable Excellence

Over 98% of students receive financial aid. Detroit Mercy offers financial aid for undergraduate, graduate and professional students. Last year alone, we designated more than $50 million in institutional funds for student scholarships and grants. 

Your family’s financial circumstances never affect admission, and we are committed to making your Detroit Mercy education both successful and affordable.

Explore Our Programs

Choose from a wide range of degrees designed to launch your career:

Engineering

Computer Science

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College of Engineering and Science News

Meena Hanna and Malena Gjorgjevski pose for a picture with Carpe employees after shooting a commercial with the brand.

December 11, 2025

UDM students featured in deodorant commercial after lab experiment

When Meena Hanna and Malena Gjorgjevski left their first microbiology lab of the Winter 2025 semester, neither imagined where Hanna’s armpit would lead them over the next few months.

Four students sit and socialize on the grass of the McNichols Campus.

November 06, 2025

University of Detroit Mercy adopts renewed core values

The launch and dissemination of these core values come during an exciting time of growth for UDM, highlighted by strong national rankings and new academic programs.

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October 03, 2025

UDM now ranks among top 9% of universities in U.S. for return-on-investment

UDM graduates rank in the top 9% of 4,476 colleges and universities nationwide for salary earned over a period of 15 to 40 years during their career.

2026 WSJ Rankings #36

UDM ranks #36 in U.S.

2026 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Higher Education
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#27 Social Mobility

Nearly all UDM graduates are employed or pursuing further education within six months of graduation, according to NACE-based data. 
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#22 Nationally Best Value Schools

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