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.
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Undergraduate, Graduate and Certificate programs available in all disciplines.
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
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ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
SUSTAINABLE ENGINEERING
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
ENGINEERING NEWS
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Bo Li, PhD, and recent doctoral graduate Liang Zhao, PhD, have been awarded a patent for their innovative solute-assisted assembly method. The technique enables the precise deposition of micro- and nanomaterials onto a wide range of surfaces, creating versatile applications across multiple industries.
ĂŰĚŇTV has received a major gift from trustee Susan DiLoreto ’80 CLAS and husband Andy DiLoreto ’80 VSB to fund a first-of-its kind project that will harness geothermal energy for heating and cooling of Tagaste Hall on Villanova’s Cabrini Campus.
Villanova Engineering Welcomes 7 New Faculty Members
The new hires for the 2025-26 academic year include experts in Chemical and Biological, Electrical and Computer, Mechanical, and Sustainable Engineering.
Five Villanova Engineering Faculty Members Receive Promotion
The College recognizes these outstanding educators and researchers for their important contributions to teaching and innovation. Their work not only promotes knowledge within their respective fields but also motivates the next generation of engineers.
Twenty years ago, Hurricane Katrina hit the southeastern coast of the United States, devastating cities and towns across Louisiana, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama and beyond. The storm caused nearly 1,400 fatalities, displaced more than 1 million people and generated over $125 billion in damages.