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    Mechanical Engineering (MS)

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    Honolulu, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $84,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    44%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    9
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Honolulu, US. Tuition is $84,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, primarily following Plan A with 8 thesis credits, 12 credits in advanced ME courses, and technical electives, but allows Plan B non-thesis option under special circumstances. Concentrations include thermal and fluid sciences, mechanics systems and controls, and materials and manufacturing.

    Focus: both
    401 (Times Higher Education) | US News #128 (tied) Mechanical Engineering
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Aug 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min GRE general test scores (required by the Mechanical Engineering graduate program)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL scores (required for most non-native speakers of English); Graduate Division minimum: Overall score of 61 TOEFL iBT (scores may vary for each graduate program)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Graduate Division minimum: Overall score of 6.00 (scores may vary for each graduate program)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $38,118.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is $84,000 across 30 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Per the program's published guidance: B average, usually a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.