Overview

Programme Overview:

With more than 20 research labs and opportunities to work with a myriad of industries from biomedical to aerospace, the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Pitt fosters academic innovation.
At the University of Pittsburgh, the department offers Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs in Mechanical Engineering. At the MS level, professional (non-thesis) and research tracks are available. Extensive information can be found in the Graduate Handbook.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thermo Fluids

Modeling And Simulation

Biomechanics And Medical Technologies

Energy Systems Technologies

Control And Dynamics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Letters Of Reference: Applicants must have their reference letters submitted electronically as part of the online admissions application process.

Transcripts: Applicants are required to upload academic records from each academic institution (undergraduate and/or graduate) attended. Official, original academic credentials that are issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. These will be considered unofficial copies.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

51926 USD / year

≈ 51926 USD / year
Out-of-State

51926 USD / year

≈ 51926 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

30028 USD / year

≈ 30028 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 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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Overview

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Credits

Delivered

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