Program Overview
The Mechanical Engineering at Wayne State University is a Master programme in Engineering, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,329 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 664 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Detroit, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
The master's degree in mechanical engineering is offered under the following options:
- Plan A (thesis option): A minimum of 32 credits in course work including an eight-credit thesis.
- Plan C (coursework option): A minimum of 32 credits in course work.
Choose a specialization aligned with one of the department’s three research thrust areas:
- Noise and vibration control
- Advanced materials and manufacturing
- Advanced propulsion and energy systems
In addition, many biomedical engineering courses are cross listed with ME courses and are available for ME Graduate students to take and be considered towards their degree. Graduate students must select a field of study in one of the three thrust areas of the ME Department.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- All applicants for the MS or PhD program in Electrical and Computer Engineering whose BS degree is not from an ABET accredited university are required to submit scores of the general test of Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
- All students who have BSEE from non-ABET accredited schools (which includes all international students) must pass GRE exam with a score of 1200 (Quantitative + Verbal) or better for admission.
- All students, who have their degrees from a country where English is not the native language, must provide the TOEFL examination results.
- The students, who earn a GPA of 3.0 (4 year) or better or B average in their BSEE degree program, may be recommended for regular admission.
- The students, who earn a GPA of 2.8 to 3.0 in their BSEE degree program, may be recommended for qualified admission.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,329 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 664 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,329 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 664 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Wayne State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Wayne State University
Wayne State University
Detroit, United States
Wayne State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
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