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    MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

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    Washington, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $72,335.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    33
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University is a 33-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Washington, US. Tuition is $72,335 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers areas including robotics, mechatronics and controls, structures and dynamics, solid mechanics and materials science, industrial engineering, fluid mechanics, thermal sciences and energy, design of mechanical engineering systems, and aerospace engineering.

    Focus: both
    US News #88 (Engineering School)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is optional for all MS applicants. There is no minimum score required on the GRE.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80 on the Internet exam (iBT) or 550 on the paper exam
    IELTS
    required
    Min Academic IELTS: an overall band score of 6.5 with no individual score below 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University is $72,335 across 33 required credits.
    Is MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University online or in-person?
    MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University is offered in-person.
    How long does MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University take to complete?
    MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University is structured around 2 years and 33 credits.
    What GPA is required for MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum of 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent achieved on the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate work
    Is MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - MS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at George Washington University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.