Villanova University
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
WHERE INNOVATION MEETS IMPACT
Villanova’s College of Engineering is a hub of innovation and academic achievement. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, the College provides engineers with a hands-on education that prepares them for a future in any field.
Through partnerships with industry leaders, Villanova Engineering offers opportunities that enhance both learning and career readiness. Our faculty members bring a wealth of expertise and passion, mentoring students to become not only skilled engineers but also ethical and responsible global citizens.
With a strong commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Villanova Engineering is dedicated to developing solutions for some of the most pressing issues facing society today—inspired by our Augustinian Catholic values of Veritas, Unitas, Caritas. Whether through groundbreaking research or community-driven projects, we are shaping the future of engineering, one student at a time.
EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
Undergraduate, Graduate and Certificate programs available in all disciplines.
THE VILLANOVA ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE
ENGINEERING AT A GLANCE
96.5%
of the Class of 2024
secured opportunities
89%
of students seeking An INTERNSHIP participated in AT LEAST ONE
15,000+
Engineering alumni worldwide
$77,835
average undergraduate starting salary (class of 2024)
91%
of Students participate in service experiences
96%
FRESHMAN-TO-SOPHOMORE RETENTION RATE
CHANGEMAKERS
Sofia Nicastro ’25 ChE offers an inside look at a new Chemical Engineering elective that combines hands-on lab work and stimulating lectures to explore the fundamentals of synthetic biology. MORE...
Deepu Talla, PhD, ’98 MSEE, vice president and general manager of robotics and edge computing at NVIDIA, discussed “Humanity’s New Allies: The Future of Robotics and Physical AI” at the 2024 Patrick J. Cunningham Jr. and Susan Ward ’80 Endowed Lecture. MORE...
Civil Engineering graduate student Sarah Burghardt ’25 MSCE joined Assistant Professor Jonathan Hubler, PhD, and a national team of researchers to investigate the immediate impact of Hurricanes Milton and Helene on the coast of Florida. MORE...
Britney Davis ’15 ChE, senior project lead at the Pottstown, Pa., location of Dana Inc., was named the recipient of the 2024 Young Alumni Medal, presented by the Villanova University Alumni Association. The award honors alumni who have made outstanding contributions professionally, academically and in service to the University. MORE...
William “Bill” M. Brown ’84 ME, ’87 MSME, CEO of 3M, made a $2.5 million gift to the College of Engineering for the establishment of an Endowed Chair in Mechanical Engineering, supporting the College’s commitment to innovative research and teaching. MORE...
ENGINEERING NEWS
Villanova Engineering and Foxwynd Foundation Partner on WASH Initiatives in Kenya
Villanova University’s Center for Humanitarian Engineering and International Development (C4HE) received a three-year, $225,000 grant from the Foxwynd Foundation to accelerate the implementation of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) initiatives in Kenya’s Siaya region.
February 19, 2026
Villanova Engineering Launches Master of Science in Sports and Performance Engineering
One of the first degrees of its kind of the country, the forward-looking MSSPE program is designed to address challenges in human performance through innovative, human-centered engineering.
January 21, 2026
Eric Musselman Named Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs
A Villanova faculty member since 2012, Dr. Musselman brings extensive experience in undergraduate education and looks forward to supporting faculty and staff while promoting innovation.
January 07, 2026
College Honors Distinguished Alumni During 48th Villanova University Engineering Alumni Society Awards Dinner
William “Bill” M. Brown ’84 ME, ’87 MSME, chairman and CEO of 3M, received the J. Stanley Morehouse Award, the College’s highest honor, in recognition of his outstanding leadership and contributions to the engineering profession.
December 03, 2025
Super Modelers: Villanova Faculty Researchers Highlight the Important Uses of Epidemiological Mega Tool
Scholars in Engineering, Nursing, Law and Mathematics—including Chenfeng Xiong, PhD—explore how mathematical modeling helps predict, prevent and prepare for disease outbreaks.
November 04, 2025