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    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

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    Boulder, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $60,402.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    155
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Boulder, US. Tuition is $60,402 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program offers a Professional MS that is coursework-only and industry-focused, and a Traditional MS that requires a thesis and is research-oriented. Both allow specialization in areas such as air quality, biomedical, materials, robotics, and others, with 30 credit hours required.

    Focus: both
    #17 public (US News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: The minimum required score is 80, but a score of 91 or above is preferred.
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: The minimum required score is 6.5, but a score of 7 or above is preferred.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $72,482.00
    Avg starting salary
    $18,684.00
    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 Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is $60,402 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder take to complete?
    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 (3.00=B) undergraduate grade point average
    Is Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.