What's the best college for automotive design engineering?

I'm really interested in automotive design engineering and I'm trying to figure out which colleges are considered the best for this field. Does anyone have recommendations or personal experiences they can share?

Sure thing, I can help guide you with that!

First and foremost, it's important to remember that the "best" university or college will largely depend on your specific interests and needs within automotive design engineering. However, there are several schools known for their programs in this area.

1. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor: UMich's College of Engineering has a strong Mechanical Engineering program with an automotive engineering track. Here, students can take courses such as "Automotive Body Structures" and "Automotive Lab."

2. Michigan Technological University: Located in Houghton, this university offers a strong BS in Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics that allows room for students to pursue their interests, including automotive design.

3. Stanford University: While Stanford doesn't have an undergrad automotive program, their Mechanical Engineering program is top-tier and students can tailor their degree with an emphasis on areas that impact automotive design. Plus, being in the heart of Silicon Valley provides opportunities for internships and partnerships with innovative auto thinking, like the design of electric and self-driving vehicles.

4. Clemson University: Home to the renowned Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR), where students in the Automotive Engineering program get hands-on experience in automotive research, design, and production.

5. Kettering University: Known for its cooperative education model that allows students to alternate between classroom study and full-time work in fields related to their academic and career interests.

While these are just a few options, there are many other universities out there with renowned programs. I would encourage you to consider your preferences (location, size, etc.) and goals for your studies, as well as opportunities beyond the classroom—like co-op work, internships, research, and specialized facilities—to help determine the best fit for you.