Graduate Programs
Thank you for your interest in the graduate programs in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at Illinois!
The Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering (MechSE) is a large and comprehensive department, and our Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (TAM) graduate programs are among the top-ranked in the world.
ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING THE GRE
In response to the challenges faced by many applicants due to the COVID-19 pandemic, MechSE will continue to waive the GRE requirement for all applicants to any of our graduate programs until further notice.
Updated: March 2023
MechSE's Graduate Degree Programs:
Research Programs
Industry-Oriented Program
MS/PhD Programs Brochure
MechSE's innovation-rich environment and focus on the cutting-edge creates a graduate experience that enables you to push the boundaries of engineering, science, and creativity. Our graduate programs are consistently ranked among the best in the world.
M.Eng.ME Program Brochure
Our M.Eng.ME program can be completed as full-time, part-time, on campus or online. The degree requirements and the degree itself are identical.
M.Eng.ME Program Brochure (Chinese)
The M.Eng.ME program now has 6 tracks of study - or you can build your own course list with a custom track!
Questions?
MS/PhD: mechse-grad@illinois.edu
M.Eng.ME: mechse-meng@illinois.edu