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    Mechanical Engineering (MS)

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    Rochester, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $64,500.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    51%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    16
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $30.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Rochester, US. Tuition is $64,500 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires 30 hours of graduate credit with options for a thesis (Plan A) or coursework with oral exam (Plan B), covering areas such as solid mechanics-materials science and fluid mechanics-plasma physics.

    Focus: both
    QS World University Rankings: 236 | US News #43 (Hajim Engineering School)

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    GRE
    optional
    Min Reporting the results of the GRE is optional. We do not consider GRE scores unless you decide to submit them.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The following are recommended: TOEFL 96
    IELTS
    required
    Min The following are recommended: IELTS 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $16,146.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester is $64,500 across 30 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Mechanical Engineering (MS) at University of Rochester reports an acceptance rate of approximately 51%.