Overview

The Mechanical Sciences and Engineering PhD program from University of Michigan - Dearborn with a strong orientation toward the interfaces between the science of mechanical engineering, bioengineering, and the emerging fields in which mechanical engineering intersects with the materials sciences, automotive engineering, optical engineering, and advanced energy technologies.

To lessen financial concerns, all PhD students receive full funding in the form of appointments as a graduate student instructor, a research assistant, or both. The appointments provide a monthly stipend, health insurance, and a tuition waiver. Students are guaranteed full funding for up to five years provided they maintain good academic standing and adequate progress toward their degree.

The PhD Student Handbook from the College of Engineering and Computer Science explains policies and procedures for PhD students.

The PhD program is a part of the Rackham School of Graduate Studies of the University of Michigan. While located, administered, and offered by UM-Dearborn, the program observes the standards for admissions, registration, degree requirements, awarding of degrees, and other policies and regulations of the Rackham Graduate School.

Where a PhD in Mechanical Sciences and Engineering Will Take You:

Our graduates have found successful careers as faculty members, scientists at national labs and leading universities, and conduct advanced research at major corporations. Whether you see yourself developing advanced technology, conducting innovative research, or leading in industry, academia, or government, your PhD in Mechanical Sciences and Engineering from UM-Dearborn can get you there.

Programme Structure

Courses included

Advanced Engineering Analysis
Study or Research in Selected Mechanical Engineering Topics
Experimental Research in Mechanical Engineering
Guided Study in Mechanical Engineering
Master’s Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Students are admitted for full-time study and all admission offers are for Fall (deadline February 1) and Winter (deadline September 1) terms only.

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dearborn, United States

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering General Engineering & Technology Mechatronics View 5 other PhDs in Mechatronics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field with a minimum GPA (grade point average) at or equivalent to 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. Candidates with other engineering degrees or degrees from non-engineering fields are considered with the understanding that they have to complete remediation coursework upon admission.
Submission of recent GRE scores and, for non-native English speakers, recent scores of an advanced English proficiency exam, such as TOEFL or IELTS.
Submission of a full application package, which, in addition to the above, includes:
- at least three letters of recommendation (must be on letterhead and indicate the student's research potential),
- a curriculum vitae (CV) or a resume,
- an academic statement of purpose indicating the intended field or fields of research, and
- a personal statement

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

8352 USD / year

≈ 8352 USD / year
Out-of-State

8352 USD / year

≈ 8352 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8352 USD / year

≈ 8352 USD / year

Living costs

Dearborn

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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Overview

Where a PhD in Mechanical Sciences and Engineering Will Take You:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Dearborn

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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