Overview

What is Mechanical Engineering?

The field of mechanical engineering nurtures designers and inventors who layer scientific principles on a strong mathematical foundation to develop creative solutions to the world’s challenges. Mechanical engineering students are exposed to many exciting career possibilities, including robotics, aerospace, manufacturing, biomedical and energy systems. The curriculum includes both engineering fundamentals and cutting-edge technology.

Key Facts

What makes Villanova University’s Mechanical Engineering department unique is our commitment to community:

Between students who learn teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills together during classes and in clubs
With faculty who value your success and take the time to get to know you—by name
In the world outside of Villanova, where we engage in service learning trips, study abroad experiences and STEM outreach programs
Through Nova Nation whose alumni are there to mentor, guide and support our students during their time here and after they graduate

Areas of Study

While all undergraduates in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Villanova University learn the foundational science in each of the areas below, students in their junior year can choose an official concentration that will appear on their transcript:

Dynamics and Controls (e.g., autonomous vehicles, robotics and mechatronics)
Mechanics and Materials (e.g., structures, machinery, manufacturing, biomechanics, deformation and stress analysis)
Thermal Fluids Systems (e.g., solar power, energy, piping systems, fuel cells)

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Ancients
Dynamic Systems
General Chemistry
Elect Circuit
Calculus
Faith, Reason, and Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 592 other Bachelors 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application with the Member School Section for Villanova and required essays

Official secondary school academic records (with official English translation) and letters of recommendation

Application fee of $80

Standardized test scores (SAT and/or ACT)

Proof of English language proficiency

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

69846 USD / year

≈ 69846 USD / year
Out-of-State

69846 USD / year

≈ 69846 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

69846 USD / year

≈ 69846 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

800 - 1300 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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