Graduate Admissions

Prove you belong at the top.

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You’re ready to expand your expertise, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and make an impact on your industry.

Learn how our Graduate Admissions staff guides you through every step of the application process, ensuring a smooth transition into our master’s degree and graduate certificate programs.

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Why Choose Kettering for Graduate Study?

You're driven to push the boundaries of modern engineering and business. Kettering University is where you’ll create a powerful professional network and gain the expertise needed to lead and innovate.

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In-Demand Graduate Degrees and Certificates

Sharpen your skills and accelerate your career with our advanced degree and certificate programs, which combine innovative coursework and hands-on research opportunities.

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First-of-their-Kind Research Facilities

Leverage our high-tech laboratories and research centers to create the latest technological and business advancements and bring your groundbreaking ideas to life.

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Highly Respected, Accredited Institution

Join our distinguished alumni network at a university consistently ranked among the nation's best in engineering, computer science, and business.

Graduate Admissions Information

Learn about our graduate application process and special requirements.

Graduate Admission Requirements

Review the required documentation for your application, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, and international requirements.

Graduate Admission Decisions

Upon receiving your complete application, the Office of Graduate Admissions will notify you of our decision within four weeks.

U.S. Military/Veterans

Learn about application steps, military tuition assistance, and other resources.

Admitted Graduate Students

Admitted Graduate Students

Welcome to Kettering! You’ve proven yourself to have the skills and determination to rise to every challenge. And now that you've earned your place at Kettering, it's time to start working toward your goals.

Next Steps for Admitted Graduate Students

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Resources for Prospective and Admitted Graduate Students

Kettering University — For the Driven

Our graduate programs are designed for those driven to the highest level of academic rigor. If you’re ready to deepen your technical expertise, position yourself in a leadership role, and innovate solutions that can shape entire industries, we invite you to apply to Kettering University today and take the next step toward a transformative career.