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PhD Mechanical Engineering at University of Rochester

University of Rochester, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Mechanical Engineering offers specialization in subfields from energy to fluids to optomechanics with close faculty connections. Admitted students receive a full tuition waiver and stipend.

Faculty: Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences  |  Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

90 graduate credit hours (30 may be credited for a master's degree; about 30 are dissertation), at least 32 hours at 400 level or higher with at least 24 in mechanical engineering; preliminary exam after the first year, qualifying exam at the end of year two or in year three, and a final oral exam.

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Application information

Entry requirements

PhD Mechanical Engineering (fall 2027): online application and personal statement, transcripts, three recommendation letters, GRE optional, TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo if English is not native (recommended TOEFL 96, IELTS 7, Duolingo 125). Apply with a BS or BA; MS not required. Due February 1, 2027; fee $30. Fit with faculty research interests is crucial.

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.

Intake: Fall

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