The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is a public land-grant research university and the flagship institution of the Nevada System of Higher Education. Founded in 1874 as the first institution of higher education in Nevada, UNR offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees across disciplines such as engineering, business, mining, journalism, agriculture, environmental science, and health sciences. UNR conducts research across numerous fields, has a medical school, and is classified as a Carnegie R1 research university, indicating very high research activity.

Cleveland State University is a public research university located in the heart of downtown Cleveland. It offers more than 200 academic programs across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. The university is known for applied research, strong industry partnerships, and community engagement in business, engineering, health sciences, and urban affairs.

Mississippi State University (MSU) is a public land-grant research university with a strong focus on education, research, and community service. It is classified as an R1: Doctoral University ? Very High Research Activity and participates in land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant programs. MSU offers more than 180 baccalaureate, graduate, and professional degree programs across multiple colleges including engineering, agriculture, business, education, and veterinary medicine ? the latter being the only accredited program in Mississippi.

Washington State University (WSU) is a public land-grant research university and one of the oldest in the American West, known for strong programs in agriculture, engineering, business, health sciences, veterinary medicine, communication, science, and more, as well as extensive research and community engagement. It is classified as an R1: Doctoral University ? very high research activity and operates multiple campuses across Washington plus an online Global Campus.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a private STEM-focused institution known for engineering, math, and science education.

University of Dayton is a private Catholic research university with strong programs in engineering, business, education, and sciences. It emphasizes experiential learning, research, and community engagement rooted in Marianist values. The university is known for student support, innovation, and ethical leadership.