M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering offers both thesis and non-thesis options for the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
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non-thesis option
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General degree requirements
Both thesis and non-thesis options are available. All students must take at least 18 semester hours of coursework within their major under the thesis option, or 24 semester hours under the non-thesis option. No more than six (6) semester hours of approved upper-level undergraduate coursework may be used to satisfy degree requirements. All coursework must be approved by the student's academic advisor and the ³ÉÈËÍ·Ìõ School.
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Admission requirements
Applicants are expected to have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Depending on the selected area of concentration, students may need to complete deficiency undergraduate coursework.
- Official transcript with four-year baccalaureate degree posted, from the degree-granting institution, and copies of transcripts for all other relevant upper-division and graduate work at accredited U.S. institutions or equivalent work and degrees at foreign institutions
- Statement of Purpose
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
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TOEFL / English proficiency (international applicants) — Evidence of English-language competency is required if you did not attend high school in the United States and your most recent institution of learning was not located in an English-speaking country.
- Minimum score of 550 on the paper-based TOEFL (pBT). Some programs require 600 or better.
- Minimum score of 79 on the internet-based test (iBT), and minimum of 6.5 on IELTS.
- Minimum score of 53 on the Pearson PTE.
- Minimum score of 110 on the Duolingo test.
- Test scores are valid for 2 years.
- Official test scores must be submitted directly from the testing agency. The University's institutional test code is 6829.
- For more information visit the ³ÉÈËÍ·Ìõ ³ÉÈËÍ·Ìõ School.
Application deadlines
The ³ÉÈËÍ·Ìõ ³ÉÈËÍ·Ìõ School accepts applications year-round. Apply online at .
Domestic applicants
- Fall Semester — August 1 (Mexican Nationals: July 1)
- Spring Semester — November 1
- Summer Semester — May 1
International applicants
- Fall Semester — May 1
- Spring Semester — November 1
Financial aid
A major source of financial aid is through Research Assistantships — competitive positions funded by research grants and contracts. A limited number of Teaching Assistantships is also available. Send your résumé to the AME Department to be considered for open opportunities. Additional financial support includes:
- Scholarships, training stipends, and fellowships
- Need-based assistance for Texas residents, U.S. citizens, and permanent residents
- Employment through the Cooperative Education Program
- On-campus and off-campus positions for some students
- Resident tuition for citizens of Mexico demonstrating financial need
Program resources
Questions about the program? Contact us at megrad@utep.edu or call (915) 747-5450.