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    Engineering Mechanics

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    Atlanta, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $38,280.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    20.1%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $38,280 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Advanced study and research in mechanical engineering with requirements for breadth and depth in major and minor areas plus mathematics. Offered as non-thesis option with coursework and special problems or thesis option with research project.

    Focus: both
    US News #5 graduate Mechanical Engineering

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 94 or higher Total score (19 or higher Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking subsections); MyBest score is not accepted
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7 or higher Overall band score (6.5 or higher Listening, Reading, and Speaking; 5.5 or higher Writing)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $118,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $24,396.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is $38,280 across 30 required credits.
    Is Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus take to complete?
    Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: At least 3.3 GPA
    Is Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Engineering Mechanics at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.