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    Mechanical Engineering

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    Philadelphia, USMSEIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $94,900.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    25%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    48
    Cohort
    students
    10
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania is a 10-credit, 2-year, in-person MSE program based in Philadelphia, US. Tuition is $94,900 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Course-based program consisting of 10 graduate-level courses and two semesters of research seminar, with requirements in engineering mathematics, a chosen MEAM concentration, MEAM electives, and general electives. Allows specialization in one of five concentrations: Design and Manufacturing, Heat Transfer Fluid Mechanics and Energy, Mechanics of Materials, Mechatronic and Robotic Systems, or Micro and Nano Systems.

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    US News #16 Engineering School (Mechanical offered)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE is optional for all graduate programs
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: 100 (recommended)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7.5 (recommended)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months OPT (US)

    $27,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania is $94,900 across 10 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania is structured around 2 years and 10 credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania 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 University of Pennsylvania?
    Mechanical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania reports an acceptance rate of approximately 25%.