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College Park Marriott Conference Center

University of Maryland

The University of Maryland is a global campus attracting more than 40,000 students from across the United States and over a hundred countries. Its distinguished faculty boasts two Nobel laureates, five Pulitzer Prize winners, one Emmy winner, and 79 members of national academies. Recognized for its academic excellence, it ranks No. 16 among public national universities and No. 42 overall in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings. The university also excels in research and innovation, with combined research expenditures exceeding $1.5 billion and a research enterprise ranked No. 9 among public institutions and No. 14 overall in the National Science Foundation’s Higher Education Research and Development survey. Its commitment to entrepreneurship is evident, ranking No. 7 overall and No. 5 among public universities for undergraduate entrepreneurship. With a strong emphasis on research and development, the University of Maryland continues to make significant contributions to academia and society.

Clark School of Engineering

The Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland is consistently recognized for its excellence in graduate programs, ranking among the top 10 public universities in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report. Overall, it stands at 18th place among more than 200 public and private engineering schools. All graduate degree programs within the Clark School are ranked in the top 25 among public universities, with several specialties, including Aerospace, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering, ranked in the top 10. In the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject, the University of Maryland’s Mechanical, Aeronautical, and Manufacturing Engineering programs are ranked in the global top 150, tied for 103rd worldwide. These accolades underscore the Clark School’s commitment to providing outstanding education and research opportunities to its students.

CALCE (Center of Advanced Life Cycle and Engineering)

CALCE (Center for Advanced Life Cycle Engineering) offers a wide range of research, testing, and consulting services at the University of Maryland, focusing on electronic components and systems. With over 800 research projects and $100 million in funding, CALCE provides expertise in the design, manufacture, and life management of electronics. Its educational offerings include webinars, keynotes, and short courses, graduating skilled engineers equipped for global organizations like NASA and Google. CALCE’s collaborative approach extends to research consortia, test services, failure analysis, standards development, and customized contracts, ensuring reliable products and solutions for industry partners.

College Park:

College Park, Maryland, is not only home to the University of Maryland but also hosts federal agencies like the National Archives and tech companies such as IonQ. Its College Park Airport, established in 1909, holds the title of the world’s oldest continuously operated airport, now complemented by the College Park Aviation Museum, which showcases early aviation history.