Government and industry engineers and scientists are encouraged to pursue focused masters and doctoral programs in the participating Universities and work as research personnel within the center. Recent programs at the participating Universities aimed at more mature students with employment experience have enhanced these opportunities.

As an example, since 1995 the University of Michigan has offered a professional Master's in Automotive Engineering degree program that attracts graduate student researchers with industrial experience. The program has also been expanded to include distance learning programs at industrial sites.

Prospective students are encouraged to visit the partner schools' web pages to learn more about their academic programs and for enrollment information.