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    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

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    College Park, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $56,400.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    21.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    52
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in College Park, US. Tuition is $56,400 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers technical divisions including design and system reliability, mechanics materials and manufacturing, and thermal fluids and energy sciences. Students specialize in areas such as reliability analysis, additive manufacturing, robotics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.

    Focus: both
    164 (QS), 104 (Times Higher Education) | 57 (US News)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 19, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Optional GRE general test scores
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum TOEFL and IELTS score requirements are set by the Graduate School: https://gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/english-language-proficiency-requirements (TOEFL iBT full enrollment: 96 total (pre-1/20/26), Reading 26, Listening 24, Speaking 22, Writing 24; post-1/21/26 Overall 5? check table; lower for conditional admission)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum TOEFL and IELTS score requirements are set by the Graduate School: https://gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/english-language-proficiency-requirements (IELTS full enrollment: 7.0 overall, no band below 6.5? check table: Overall 7, Reading 7, Listening 7, Speaking 6.5, Writing 7)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months (12 months OPT + 24 months STEM extension)

    $17,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park is $56,400 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park take to complete?
    Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Per the program's published guidance: At least a 3.0 G.P.A. (on a 4.0 scale)
    Is Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Maryland-College Park is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.