Project Center
The Project Center has been empowering student success through real-world industry collaboration for over 35 years.
About Us
Innovation begins here. Seattle University is at the forefront of preparing the next generation of engineering and technology leaders. Through our acclaimed senior design project program, students tackle real-world challenges by partnering with industry sponsors and faculty mentors.
For over 35 years, our award-winning program has been a pipeline for fresh talent and pioneering ideas. Students gain invaluable hands-on experience and connections, while sponsors get early access to our brilliant students. It's a win-win!
Real-World Projects with Real Results
Students Hired by Sponsor Organizations
Over 600 Seattle University students have been hired by our sponsor organizations after graduation.
Projects Implemented at Sponsor Organizations
Over the last four years, 65 percent of senior design projects have been implemented within our partner organizations.
Industry Sponsors
The Project Center has partnered with over 300 organizations, connecting our students to potential employers and real-world experience.
Patents Awarded for Student Work
Industry-Led Projects Completed
Students Completed a Capstone Project
Projects Day
Each year we come together to celebrate all of the work our students have accomplished and provide them with an opportunity to showcase their projects.
Resources and Information
Find additional information below for prospective sponsors and students, as well as answers to frequently asked question.
Prospective Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring a project? Discover how being a project sponsor will benefit your organization.
Sponsor Resources
Find all the tools you need to help guide student projects.
Student Resources
Student projects mirror real-world work experience, and provide opportunity for innovation and creativity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? We have answers. Read on for more information.
A Word From a Sponsor
Robert Cochran, PE/SE Senior Civil Engineer, Seattle City Light
“Working with the Project Center is a collaborative way to make headway on evaluating our structures. By utilizing student teams, Seattle City Light furthers our knowledge base on the structures while the students learn seismic analysis and perform the heavy number crunching under our supervision.”
From Concept to Reality
Seattle University's STEM capstone projects come to life through the Project Center. See for yourself below.