Overview

Our graduate programs at Iowa State University offer you the opportunity to pursue cutting-edge research directed at addressing global needs that positively impact society and individual lives. You will work closely with our accomplished faculty in state-of-the-art facilities to achieve scientific breakthroughs and innovative engineering solutions in core ME disciplines.

Features

The professional independence, creativity and leadership you will explore in our program will provide you with a rewarding educational experience highly sought after by industry and academia.

Graduates with a Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering will be able to

Demonstrate a broad knowledge in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

Develop and demonstrate through their coursework a deep understanding and expertise in one or more areas of Mechanical Engineering specialization.

Discuss and apply an understanding of the current literature in mechanical engineering and related disciplines.

Develop the ability to communicate technical material to broad range of audiences through oral and written presentations.

Understand and be able to identify their post-graduation career options: industrial or entrepreneurial.

Demonstrate a commitment to the thoughtful consideration of fundamental principles of ethical professional conduct.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mechanical Engineering Core

Mathematics

Professional Development

Electives

Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-24 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ames, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)

Academic Records/Transcripts

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA or equivalent required. Research experience is a recommended qualification. At this time, to complete the Master of Engineering in ME degree online, you must reside within the United States.

Master of Engineering applicants are not required to submit GRE scores. GRE scores are encouraged for research-based MS and PhD degree applicants

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

35802 USD / year

≈ 35802 USD / year
Out-of-State

33820 USD / year

≈ 33820 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15152 USD / year

≈ 15152 USD / year

Living costs

Ames

United States

1158 - 1797 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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