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    Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

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    Atlanta, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $63,480.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    20.1%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    60
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $63,480 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers core areas of robotics including mechanics, controls, perception, artificial intelligence, human-robot interaction, and natural systems through foundation courses, electives, professional preparation seminars, internship, and either a capstone project or thesis.

    Focus: both
    U.S. News Graduate Engineering #4

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE General Test | (blank, listed under tests but no minimum specified)
    V 153 · Q 155
    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 (5.5 or higher Writing; 6.5 or higher Listening, Reading, and Speaking)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $85,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $24,396.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is $63,480 across 36 required credits.
    Is Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus take to complete?
    Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    Is Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering 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.
    How competitive is Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus?
    Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 20.1%.