The Department of Mechanical Engineering integrates mechanical sciences, computation, and design to shape the future. Learn more about our education programs and leading-edge research.

Admissions. Prospective undergraduates interested in applying to the Department of Mechanical Engineering should apply to Northwestern University through Undergraduate Admissions.. Please see the links on this page for additional information.

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering. The Department of Mechanical Engineering prepares students for successful careers in fields such as dynamics, solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.

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PhD Curriculum. Students in the MS and PhD programs arrange their study and research in association with individual faculty members and often with the various interdepartmental and special programs associated with the Master of Manufacturing Engineering Program, the Center for Surface Engineering and Tribology, the Center for Quality Engineering and Failure Prevention, and the Program in ...

I think I want to eventually get a PhD, but I might want to get a master's degree first. Should I apply to the MS program or the PhD program? In this situation you should apply to the PhD program. The MS program is more suitable for students who are interested only in …

Combined Degree Programs Dual BS Degrees. Students with a wide range of interests may work toward two bachelor of science degrees in engineering.The full requirements for each degree must be approved by both departments (or programs) no later than two academic quarters before completion of work for the second degree.

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