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Joint Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering (MS) at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

A non-thesis master's degree combining Northwestern's mechanical engineering and materials science and engineering departments.

Faculty: McCormick School of Engineering  |  Department: Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering  |  Duration: Full-time typically 3-4 quarters; part-time possible  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Twelve units: four ME courses, four MSE courses, one to two units of independent study (a jointly supervised 499 research project with final report) and two to three additional engineering courses. Optional minors in Engineering Management, Entrepreneurship or Scientific Computing.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue PhDs or move into industry or startups in process engineering, quality control and R&D, across aerospace, energy, manufacturing and semiconductors.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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