STEM at Smith

Engineering student in class

At the heart of Smith’s learning is active engagement, coupling innovative teaching with real opportunities for in-depth research. Journey inside the human mind, along the edges of volcanic craters or out among the stars and galaxies. Engage in the blossoming fields of statistics, operations research, biomathematics, and information science.

Why Study STEM at Smith?

STEM in a Liberal Arts Setting

Students consider how STEM fields impact the whole of life, including ethical and political considerations in a global environment.

Students on computers in Young Science Library

Meaningful Research

About half of Smith’s STEM majors conduct research with Smith professors, some as early as their first year, not just observing teachers but becoming partners in discovery.

Professor Ileana Streinu with student in class

Explore Programs in STEM

An * indicates that the college offers a minor only (no major) in that particular course of study. A ** indicates a major only.

We’re engineering a better world.

“All eyes were on us,” recalls Caitlin Shea Butler ’04, one of the first graduates of Smith’s Picker Engineering Program, which was endowed by Jean Sovatkin Picker ’42 and her husband. Since that inaugural class, the number of Smith alum engineers has grown from 19 to nearly 600. Whether in AI or aerospace, they’re transforming the field—one where women still make up less than 20% of the workforce.

More Reasons to Celebrate Smith
McConnell Hall

Clark Science Center

Five buildings form a vibrant hub for STEM at Smith—Ford, Burton, Sabin-Reed, McConnell and Bass halls. They offer state-of-the-art equipment that meets exacting standards for modern experimentation.

About the Clark Science Center

STEM Advising & Mentoring

Generations of pioneering women have studied STEM at Smith and have gone on to rewarding careers in medicine, engineering, environmental consulting, public policy, applied research and more. A major in science, technology, engineering or mathematics at Smith opens doors to a variety of graduate school and career options. Smith faculty and advisers at the Lazarus Center for Career Development can provide guidance and resources to help you explore professional opportunities, whether you are poised to graduate or are just beginning your college experience.

Prehealth Advising

The prehealth advising team, as part of the Lazarus Center, supports students and alumnae in their exploration of the health professions.

Student doing an internship in a hospital

Research Centers & Resources

Learn more about research at Smith.

Center for Aqueous Biogeochemical Research Center for Microscopy & Imaging Center for Mass Spectrometry Spatial Analysis Lab Center for Design & Fabrication Spinelli Center for Quantitative Learning Center for Environment, Ecological Design & Sustainability The Botanic Garden of Smith College

Contact Clark Science Center

Smith College
44 College Lane
Northampton, MA 01063

Phone: 413-585-3800

Faculty Director: Kate Queeney
413-585-3835

Administrative Director: Tom Richardson
413-585-3802

Administrative and departmental contacts