College of Engineering & Science News 2025
University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) now ranks among the TOP 9% of all colleges and universities in the U.S. for career earnings. Prospective students have an even greater reason to enroll at Detroit Mercy: 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 according to Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) research report Ranking 4,476 Colleges by ROI (2025). T
The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings focus on student outcomes rather than inputs, highlighting the tangible value a school delivers to its students. It evaluates colleges on several key measures, including social mobility and salary impact.
This year's Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit (GLBD) conference is a platform for community members to network and highlight innovative approaches to environmental and social challenges.
Prospective students looking to earn their graduate degrees will receive an opportunity to learn more about UDM graduate programs currently available, including online and hybrid programs.
For the seventh consecutive year, University of Detroit Mercy has been recognized as one of the top universities in the country.
Awarded by the Detroit Regional Chamber Foundation and MichAuto, the grant is designed to develop future workforce by creating more internship opportunities and providing students the skills to be successful in these roles.
One alumnus from each of the seven schools is selected for the honor from nominations submitted from both inside and outside the University.
A team from Detroit Mercy’s College of Engineering & Science took first place after successfully navigating their robot through simulated environments and physical obstacle courses.

The College of Engineering & Science has been named the University Partner of the Year for 2025 by the Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD).
When Oriekaose Agholor ’25 was searching for his college destination in the United States, he wanted an Engineering education that encompassed everything. Mechatronics was at the top of his list. He also wanted an Engineering program that valued co-op internships. University of Detroit Mercy had it all.
The 'Opportunity College and University' designation highlights UDM as a model institution for fostering student success and advancing research on effective campus practices.
Detroit Mercy’s patient-centered student program Faces on Design pairs senior Engineering students and higher-level Nursing students to enhance the lives of people by creating a unique assistive device to address their particular needs.
Graduate programs in Business, Engineering, Law, health professions and Nursing once again ranked among the top in the United States in the 2025-26 'U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges' edition.
This designation puts UDM among just 216 other institutions nationwide to receive this distinction. It identifies research happening at colleges and universities that historically have not been recognized for their research activity, including institutions that do not offer many or any doctoral degrees.
The collaboration is designed to enhance systems engineering education through active and continuous engagement with curriculum, industry use cases and collaborative learning opportunities.
Ulah Fargo showcased her science and artistic abilities to place third in the New Approach International Medallic Art Competition for Emerging Artists, which receives works from young artists all over the world.
February is Black History Month, and University of Detroit Mercy will celebrate with a series of enlightening events across all campuses.
The Titan Innovation Fund was introduced to spark innovation at UDM. It is designed to support new, creative ideas that improve the University and student experiences by ensuring that they receive the resources and support needed to survive.