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    Mechanical Engineering

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    Pittsburgh, USMSIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $60,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    35%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    119
    Cohort
    students
    96
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is a 96-credit, 1-year, in-person MS program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $60,300 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    This program expands knowledge beyond undergraduate mechanical engineering through graduate-level courses in mechanical engineering, mathematics, and other departments. It emphasizes flexibility in curriculum tailoring and development of professional skills.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #9 Mechanical Engineering | 10 (US News)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min The minimum required TOEFL score is 84 total. The minimum subscore guidelines are: Reading 22, Listening 22, Speaking 18, Writing 22.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min The minimum IELTS band score is 6.5. The minimum subscore guidelines are: Reading 6.5, Listening 6.5, Speaking 6, Writing 6.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $93,617.00
    Avg starting salary
    $25,712.00
    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 Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is $60,300 across 96 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 1 year and 96 credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University?
    Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 35%.