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Best Online Master’s in Mechanical Engineering Programs
Best Online Master’s in Mechanical Engineering Programs
US News & World Report
On-Demand Information Session: Online M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Learn about the online M.S. in Mechanical Engineering program from those who know it best. This session covers curriculum details, career applications and admissions with insights from the department chair and an enrollment specialist.
For additional questions or to have a one-on-one conversation, call us at (517) 300-3722.
Jump to Specific Topics
MSU overview | Curriculum overview | Track specializations and course options | Career applications and industry connections | Admissions process | Application timeline with next steps
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Key Takeaways
Industry-Relevant Curriculum
The curriculum is grounded in fundamental topics that meet ABET accreditation. We also cover a wide range of advanced, in-demand manufacturing subjects, including current challenges related to machine learning, artificial intelligence, distributed robotics, energy systems and more. See the full curriculum.
Customize With a Specialization Track
Students can choose from two optional, focused tracks:
- Thermal Fluid Science and Engineering
- Mechanics, Dynamics and Manufacturing
Students will be paired with an academic advisor who matches their chosen specialization area. Find out more about track options.
Fully Online Format
The program requires 30 credit hours. Its online format allows students to maintain their other commitments while moving through coursework. Professors offer evening office hours and one-on-one meetings to accommodate working professionals. Start dates are available in spring, summer and fall terms. See the next start date.
Standard Application Requirements
When you apply, you’ll complete an application, provide copies of your transcripts and include a brief personal statement and an academic statement. We also ask for three letters of recommendation. International students will need to provide English proficiency scores. Review full application requirements*.
*International students have additional requirements. Please visit our international students page for this information.
“The purpose of the online master’s program is to provide up-to-date background that you won’t get in an undergraduate mechanical engineering program. We want to build on your foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering to give you the modern skills that you will need in your career.”
Minami Yoda
Department Chair
Your Next Steps
- Begin your application
- Call (517) 300‑3722 to talk with an enrollment specialist
