MS Mechanical Engineering at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Programme overview

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers a number of master of science (MS) degree programs in Mechanical Engineering. MS Mechanical Engineering: Modeling and Simulation in Mechanical Engineering The MS Mechanical Engineering degree with a named option in Research takes approximately two years to complete. This program has a significant research component giving students valuable hands-on research experience with mentoring by faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Department: Mechanical Engineering | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Madison, WI, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 30 credits. Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a strong understanding of mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles in the field. Demonstrate an ability to formulate, analyze, and independently solve advanced engineering problems.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students apply to the MS in Mechanical Engineering through one of the named options: MS Mechanical Engineering: Research MS Mechanical Engineering: Accelerated Program MS Mechanical Engineering: Modeling and Simulation in Mechanical Engineering (suspended, will be discontinued)

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.

Entry terms (spring, summer or fall) vary by programme and are listed on each programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. An applicant may have active applications in only one entry term at a time.

Application deadlines vary by programme and are listed on the programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. Applications are submitted through the Graduate School application portal. The application fee is $75 US, non-refundable, payable by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) or debit/ATM; international applicants pay an extra $6 processing fee. Up to three programmes in the same entry term can be applied to for one application fee.

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