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    Mechanical Engineering (M.S.)

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    University Park, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $63,324.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    24%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $63,324 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Graduate programs and research facilities are available in combustion, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, energy storage, dynamic system analysis, robotics, mechanical design, energy systems, biomedical applications, and micro-nano applications. Resident students pursuing an M.S. degree may choose thesis option or scholarly paper option.

    Focus: both
    US News Graduate Mechanical Engineering: 17
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

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

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL scores at a minimum of 80 or higher on the internet-based test with a 19 or higher in the speaking section.
    IELTS
    required
    Min An acceptable alternative to the TOEFL is the IELTS test, on which you must achieve a minimum composite score of 6.5.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $20,700.00
    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 (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $63,324 across 30 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State 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 (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Mechanical Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 24%.