Overview

The Theoretical and Applied Mechanics program at Northwestern University ranks among the top programs in engineering mechanics. Its reputation arises from the pursuit of innovative and high impact research with attention to addressing societal challenges. The TAM program takes a broad and comprehensive approach to education and research, allowing students to partake in various courses and research topics of interest to ensure an interdisciplinary academic experience that’s grounded in the reality and demands of a global research trend.

Wide Range of Study

Students study and conduct research in all fields of mechanics from classical fields such as fluid and solid mechanics to more novel trends in science such as mechanics in biology, multifunctional materials, computational mechanics, and nanomechanics. Our monthly seminars offer students additional insight into the research and expertise of a variety of invited academic and industrial professionals.

Customized Curriculum

Our curriculum combines both traditional and novel trends in a diversity of topics across engineering and science fields. Students work closely with faculty from a wide range of engineering departments and industries to determine their unique program of study. Students are invited to take classes within all the McCormick departments and Northwestern schools.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Earth Surface Engineering

Reinforced Concrete

Finite Element Methods in Mechanics

Plates and Shells

Experimental Solid Mechanics

Theory of Elasticity
Inelastic Analysis of Structures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

45 alternative credits

units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Evanston, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Submit an application online.

Pay an online application fee by credit card.

Academic transcripts: All colleges and universities attended must be listed on the application form whether or not a degree has been awarded, or is expected to be awarded, and an unofficial transcript from each institution must be filed with the application.

Letters of recommendation: We require three letters of recommendation from people who are able to evaluate your professional experience and your capacity for independent academic work.

Test scores (GRE or TOEFL for international students)

Resume: You must upload a current resume or CV in the online application.

Tuition Fees

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45946 USD / year

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45946 USD / year

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45946 USD / year

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Living costs

Evanston

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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