MS Mechanical Engineering at University of Arizona

Programme overview

Earning a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering at one of the top-ranked research universities in the nation gives you the opportunity to work with a renowned engineering faculty that leads the field in a diverse range of topics, from fluid mechanics to autonomous systems. Opt for one of three tracks: thesis, non-thesis or report. Then tailor the program to fit your interests in one or more core areas - dynamics and control systems; fluid mechanics; solid mechanics;

Faculty: College of Engineering | Duration: 2 years / 32 units | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tucson, AZ, United States

What you will study

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering program course requirements vary somewhat for Thesis, Master’s Report and Non‑Thesis/Coursework only options, but mandatory requirements for all programs include: 6 units, Advanced Engineering Analysis: Advanced Engineering Analysis (3 units) Minimum Grade Required: C Advanced Engineering Analysis (3 units) Minimum Grade.

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Entry requirements

Graduate College minimum (applies to all programmes; departments may add requirements): regionally accredited bachelor's degree or comparable international degree and a minimum 3.00 GPA for degree programmes on a 4.00 scale. The Graduate College does not require the GRE, though individual programmes may. Programme-specific requirements are listed in the Graduate Admissions Guide.

Domestic applicants: USD 15,500 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

International applicants: USD 35,800 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Non-Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

Spring semester begins January 13 and fall semester begins August 23 for undergraduate international students; for graduate students spring begins January 14 and fall August 25.

Graduate application deadlines are set by each department; see the Graduate Admissions Guide for departmental deadlines.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.arizona.edu/admissions

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