Helpful Resources
Transportation Career Guide
Don't know where to begin? Try navigating this online guide for insight into the types of transportation careers that might be a good fit for you! More
Scholarships and Fellowships
Need to fund your education? Check out these handy links to all sorts of scholarships and fellowships for students interested in a transportation-related field. More
Admissions
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CTS conducts programs and works with a variety of academic departments to promote a broad, multidisciplinary education in transportation at the University of Minnesota. CTS also offers resources to assist students with networking and employment.
Education
Undergraduate Degree Programs
Whether you've decided on a major or you're exploring your options, CTS can show you the way to a career in a transportation-related field with an undergraduate degree.
Graduate Degree Programs
If you want a graduate degree or a certificate but don't know which field of study to choose, CTS can suggest some exciting possibilities.
Professional Development
Whether you're a snowplow driver, an engineer, or a policymaker, staying on top of the latest in transportation is key to your professional development. Choose from a wide variety of transportation-related workshops, seminars, and other learning opportunities offered by CTS and our affiliated programs. Spend from an hour to a few days with innovators and experts helping you cultivate your knowledge of current practices, policies, and procedures in transportation.
- CTS Research Seminars
- Advanced Transportation Technologies Seminar Series
- LTAP Workshops & Events
- AirTAP Workshops & Events
- Customized Professional Training
- Context-Sensitive Design
- Logistics/Supply-Chain Management Education Resources
- College of Continuing Education - Short Courses and Certificates
Student Resources
CTS offers many forms of assistance to transportation students throughout their education, including scholarships, research grants, and other awards. CTS also provides many networking opportunities through connections to student organizations.
K-12 Educational Activities
The ITS Institute has created Web Modules for high school students to learn about transportation and technology issues in the Twin Cities area. Topics include topographic mapping, human factors, ramp metering, and global positioning systems.
Careers
CTS offers several employment and networking resources to assist you in your career development.