The National Science Foundation (NSF)
The National Science Foundation (NSF) allows students to engage in research over the summer at another university or a research facility. Students receive a stipend, and in many cases housing and travel.
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Student Research
Engineering research gives students the opportunity to go beyond the classroom, explore unanswered questions, and develop solutions to real-world problems. At the University of St. Thomas, both undergraduate and graduate students can get involved in hands-on research early in their studies, working alongside faculty on projects that explore new ideas or address challenges brought forward by industry and government partners. Forty percent of College of Engineering students work on research projects with a faculty member outside of their coursework.
These experiences help students build technical skills, explore engineering specialties and see how research translates into practical applications. Many projects are funded by industry, giving students insight into the research and development challenges companies face. Students may also earn pay for their work, present findings at conferences or contribute to published research, gaining experience that can help prepare them for careers in engineering.
Using 3D Printers to Design a Better Transformer
Engineering Research
Watch one of our Mechanical Engineering students, Lindsey Bollig, work on designing a better transformer using a 3D printer and magnetic composite material.
Faculty and Students Partner in Research
Engineering faculty at St. Thomas include undergraduate students in all elements of their research. Undergraduate students have worked with faculty on projects that have lead to new inventions and interventions, publications, and presentations across the country and the world!
Student and Faculty Research
Summer Research Opportunities
University of St. Thomas Young Scholars
Explore the University of St. Thomas Young Scholars summer research program available through the University Research Opportunities Program.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)