Mechanical Engineering, PhD
Manufacturing, approved for STEM-OPT extension, design, engineeringgrad, systems, thermal
Advance the field of mechanical engineering through original research that expands fundamental knowledge and drives innovation in energy systems, robotics, materials and manufacturing. Prepare to move from applying engineering principles to creating them, positioning yourself for leadership in academia, industry and research.
The Doctor of Philosophy program in mechanical engineering provides you with original research and a sound foundation in technical fundamentals, communication and professionalism. To this end, you have access to a broad-based curriculum in design, system dynamics and control; fluid mechanics and aerodynamics; mechanics and dynamics of solids and structures; transport phenomena; thermodynamics; and energy. Modern computational and laboratory facilities are available to support timely research investigations.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
- Location: Tempe
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
84 credit hours, a written comprehensive exam, an oral comprehensive exam, a prospectus and a dissertation
84 credit hours All students pursuing the doctorate are required to pass both a qualifying and a comprehensive examination administered by the program committee. credit hours of coursework directly related to the research area (18)
qualifying exams
written and oral comprehensive exams
prospectus
dissertation
credit hours of mathematics (9)
credit hours of graduate elective courses outside the major research area (9)
MAE 792 Research
MAE 799 Dissertation credit hours (12)
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited U.S. or international institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- personal statement
- resume or curriculum vitae
- three letters of recommendation
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Admission to the mechanical engineering doctoral program is highly competitive, and preferred applicants have an undergraduate or Master of Science degree in aerospace engineering or mechanical engineering. The admission process considers all aspects of the student's application, and admission is not guaranteed. The typical successful applicant has a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in engineering and science coursework in a bachelor's or master's degree program. A successful applicant whose native language is not English typically also has a high TOEFL score.
Applicants should see the program website for application deadlines.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 12/31 | Priority |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 08/01 | Priority |
Graduates of the PhD program have a strong background for employment in academic institutions, government laboratories and industrial research laboratories with a focus on mechanical engineering.
Professionals with a mechanical engineering doctoral degree have strong opportunities at all levels in mechanical engineering in research, design and manufacturing at companies of all sizes as well as national laboratories (Department of Energy, Department of Defense, NASA). Analytical skills learned in the field of mechanical engineering are also valued for other nonengineering positions.
Career examples include:
- engineer
- engineering manager or director
- engineering professor
- research engineer
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Program
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