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    Mechanical Engineering

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    Evanston, USMSIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $68,919.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    22.5%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    50
    Cohort
    students
    12
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University is a 12-credit, 1-year, in-person MS program based in Evanston, US. Tuition is $68,919 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides advanced technical knowledge in mechanical engineering with research in robotics and autonomy, biosystems and health, AI and design, advanced manufacturing, micro/nanoengineering, energy and sustainability, and computational engineering. It offers thesis and non-thesis tracks.

    Focus: both
    10 (Shanghai ARWU) | 13 (US News)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

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    36 months OPT (US)

    $29,412.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University is $68,919 across 12 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University is structured around 1 year and 12 credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern 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 Northwestern University?
    Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 22.5%.