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PhD Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology

Stevens Institute of Technology, United States

Programme overview

On-campus PhD with research across fluid, thermal, structural and materials engineering.

Faculty: Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science  |  Department: Mechanical Engineering  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Hoboken, NJ, United States

What you will study

Faculty mentors are available in propulsion; thermal, fluid and energy systems; robotics and autonomous systems; biomechanics and biomechatronics; and additive manufacturing.

Career pathways

Industry demand from pharmaceutical, medical device, telecommunications and energy firms; graduate co-op with two tracks and OPT/CPT for international students; School PhD average starting salary $108,619 (Class of 2024).

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Application information

Entry requirements

We welcome applicants who hold a master’s degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering and biomedical engineering; possess a strong academic background; and have demonstrated an aptitude for advanced study and research; Exceptionally well-qualified applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field may be considered for direct admission to the Ph.D. program; Note that applicants who would like to be considered for assistantships or fellowships must apply by February 1 for consideration for the fall semester; Bachelor’s degree, with a minimum GPA of 3.

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.

Ph.D. entry terms: Fall and Spring.

Preferred deadlines: Fall Ph.D. January 15; Spring Ph.D. September 1.

Graduate applications are submitted through the online application, with a non-refundable $60 application fee paid in the application. GRE/GMAT scores are not required for Master of Science, Master of Engineering and MBA programmes but may be submitted.

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