Overview

From drone operations and lunar exploration, to manufacturing biomedical innovations and 3D printing biosensors, Mechanical Engineering students have many opportunities for exciting hands-on experience on impactful aerospace projects.

Career Opportunities

The University of Texas El Paso is a top 25 producer of mechanical engineering undergraduate degrees in the nation. Graduates find work in the aerospace, systems, biomedical, robotics and defense sectors as well as the energy sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Experiment & Engineering Development
Solid Mechanics
Heat Transfer
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Finite Element Analysis
Mechanics of Composite Materials
Analytical Dynamics
Space Systems Design
Aerospace Propulsion
Aero Dynamics and Controls

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-16 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

For entering students with a bachelor's degree or equivalent: 84
For entering students with a master's degree or equivalent: 60

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

El Paso, United States

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 114 other PhDs in Mechanical Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An official transcript, with the four-year baccalaureate degree posted, from the degree-granting institution and copies of transcripts for all other relevant upper-division and graduate work at accredited U.S. institutions or equivalent work and degrees at foreign institutions.
Bachelors or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field in Engineering or Science.
Statement of Purpose.
3 Letters of recommendation.

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

7642 USD / year

≈ 7642 USD / year
Out-of-State

7642 USD / year

≈ 7642 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

3727 USD / year

≈ 3727 USD / year

Living costs

El Paso

United States

888 - 1646 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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Scholarships Information

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