Mechanical Engineering, M.S.
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30 Credits
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Master solid mechanics, sustainable engineering, biomedical devices, and more as you combine cutting-edge research with the industry’s latest technologies and facilities.
Why Get a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering?
While studying thermal/fluid/energy, biomechanics, biomedical devices, sensors, and controls, you’ll delve into diverse research areas such as bioengineering, assistive technologies, and energy, paving the way for discovery. Not to mention the immersive learning experience you’ll have in cutting-edge labs and facilities, including our Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center and Fabrication Rapid Prototyping Lab.
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What You’ll Learn
Our 30-credit Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering combines fundamental concepts with modern applications to prepare you for future research and development opportunities.
Customize Your Studies
The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences fosters a culture of innovation through research. As we strive to graduate creative inventors and entrepreneurs, our approach stands on the following:
Research
Join interdisciplinary research teams in faculty-run labs focusing on applications involving machine learning, speech recognition, urban air quality forecasting, network security, medical informatics, and other technologies.
Entrepreneurship & Technology Innovation Center (ETIC)
Contribute to innovation at the intersection of research and entrepreneurship in our specialized labs and state-of-the-art facilities. Join with faculty and fellow students to develop solutions for partner businesses and organizations.
Engineering, Ph.D.
Seamlessly transition to our Engineering, Ph.D., where you’ll contribute to state-of-the-art engineering research alongside expert faculty-mentors in this advanced program, offered on our Long Island and New York City campuses. Learn to address, sustain, and lead in innovative, competitive environments in bioengineering, electrical and computer engineering, and mechanical engineering.
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Career & Salary Outlook
Job Growth
Employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 10 percent from 2022 to 2032 (BLS).
Career Options
- Aerospace Engineer
- Automotive Engineer
- HVAC Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Thermal Engineer
Salary Projections
The median annual salary of a mechanical engineer was $99,510 in 2022 with the top 10 percent earning more than $157,470 (BLS).
Program Details
Learn more about the Mechanical Engineering, M.S. program, including admission requirements, how to apply, and scholarship and funding opportunities.
Thank you for your interest in mechanical engineering.
Eligibility Requirements:
- B.S. or its equivalent from an accredited college or university
- Minimum GPA of 2.85 for your undergraduate coursework
To apply, submit the following:
- Completed application
- $50 application fee
- Copies of undergraduate transcripts
- Copy of your college diploma or proof of degree
- Official GRE scores, if you are a graduate of a foreign university or have a GPA below the minimum (GRE Code: 2561)
Note that international students have additional requirements.
Explore opportunities to offset program costs, including New York Tech scholarships, graduate assistantships, and federal financial aid. M.S. in Mechanical Engineering students have access to both research fellowships and teaching assistantships.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
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From fluid dynamics to finite element analysis a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from New York Tech will prepare you for a career in engineering or to continue your studies.