Prospective Students

The Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois has a long and proud history of educating world-class engineers who make a lasting impact on the world.

Engineering Majors and Resource Fair
during Orange & Blue Days

Orange & Blue Days are larger, day-long open houses that include presentations on the UIUC experience with a student Q&A session, Housing and Financial Aid, campus tours, and more.

Friday, November 4, 9:00 am CDT >> Register Now! Space is limited!

Grainger sign on the Bardeen Quad

UIUC National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) -- Fall High School Visit Day

Saturday, November 5, 2022
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM CT

Register by 11:59 PM on Saturday, October 8, 2022

Connect with NSBE

PROSPECTIVE Student Webinars

The MechSE Department virtual webinar will discuss our Engineering Mechanics and Mechanical Engineering curriculum and co-curricular/extracurricular opportunities for undergraduate students. The last 20-30 min. of the webinar will feature a student Q&A panel.

Want to join?

Learn how to apply whether you are a first-year, international, transfer, pathway, undocumented, second bachelor's, or nondegree student applicant.

Applications for domestic and international first-year students opened September 1, 2022. The Early Action Deadline is November 1, 2022 (11:59 p.m. CT) with admissions notifications being released January 17, 2023. The Regular Decision Deadline is January 5, 2023 (11:59 p.m. CT) with admissions notifications being released March 3, 2023.

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