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    Mechanical Engineering

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    Los Angeles, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $71,955.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    23.6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    27
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California is a 27-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $71,955 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Requires 27 units including engineering analysis and 500-level courses in the department, with specializations in areas such as advanced manufacturing, combustion, design, dynamics and controls, energy conversion, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials, quantitative medical engineering, and solid and structural mechanics.

    Focus: both
    US News #? in Mechanical Engineering

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is not required for 2026 Master's applicants.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min For Master's degree programs: For exams taken prior to January 21, 2026: 90 or above, with 20 or above in each section. For exams taken on or after January 21, 2026: 4.5 or above, with 4 or above in each section. (Note: These are university guidelines for ISE exemption; no program-specific minimum found)
    IELTS
    required
    Min For Master's degree programs: 6.5 or above, with 6 or above on each band. (Note: University guideline for ISE exemption; no program-specific minimum found)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $120,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $14,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California is $71,955 across 27 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California is structured around 2 years and 27 credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California 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 Southern California?
    Mechanical Engineering at University of Southern California reports an acceptance rate of approximately 23.6%.