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Program Requirements for Admission

Note: In addition to the general prerequisites for admission to the Fox Graduate School, the following is required by this degree program:

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GPAAn undergraduate cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
EducationApplicants should have undergraduate degrees in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited university.
Supporting Materials
  • Three (3) letters of reference, especially those from faculty who can evaluate academic potential.
  • A personal statement of technical interest, goals, and experiences.
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test scores.
  • Statement of interest in graduate assistantship, if desired.

Admission into this program will be granted only to candidates who demonstrate high potential for success in graduate studies.

No Application Deadline 
Applications are accepted all year, and students may begin the program in any semester.

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Mechanical Engineering Programs

Mechanical Engineering (B.S.)
Mechanical Engineering Technology (B.S.)
Mechanical Engineering (M.S.)
Accelerated B.S./M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (IUG)
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