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    Engineering Mechanics

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    Pasadena, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $65,706.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    10%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    138
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology is a 138-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Pasadena, US. Tuition is $65,706 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program prepares students for research and professional practice in interdisciplinary technology, combining depth in a chosen specialty with background in basic and engineering sciences. It develops professional independence, creativity, leadership, and capacity for continuing growth.

    Focus: research
    Times Higher Ed Engineering #7; US News Mechanical Engineering #3 | US News Engineering #6 (national)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Submission of GRE scores is optional. No minimum score requirement.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min There is no minimum requirement for the English proficiency exams.
    IELTS
    required
    Min There is no minimum requirement for the English proficiency exams.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months OPT (US)

    $31,774.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology is $65,706 across 138 required credits.
    Is Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology online or in-person?
    Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology is offered in-person.
    How long does Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology take to complete?
    Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology is structured around 2 years and 138 credits.
    What GPA is required for Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology?
    Per the program's published guidance: No minimum GPA is required, but it is a factor for admission. Most accepted applicants have a GPA above 3.5.
    Is Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Engineering Mechanics at California Institute of Technology is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.