Overview

The project-based educational approach of the Mechanical Engineering program of Worcester Polytechnic Institute means you’ll take hands-on engineering courses every year—right from your first semester. You’ll learn and work with our renowned faculty tackling projects from nano-component fabricating to the largest aircraft carrier endeavors.

Key Features

We facilitate global experiences that enable you to take projects from inception to fruition in many environments. You’ll build your confidence and fine-tune your professional abilities to gain an advantage in the job market and the work environment.

As a mechanical engineering major, you’ll discover the path you want to follow, and we will help you make that happen. The course work includes fundamental courses in mathematics, chemistry, physics, and several engineering disciplines, but at WPI we give you room to pursue what you like most.

WPI's distinctive undergraduate education combines rigorous theory with hands-on application. Across your four years you'll be expected to apply your knowledge in innovative ways to solve significant, real-world problems. Past teams have tackled such projects as developing a mobile dialysis vehicle and designing ski and snowboard bindings to help mitigate ACL injuries. Mechanical engineering students also have access to several collaborative alliances between WPI and industry, including the Metals Processing Institute (MPI) and its research centers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design

Thermal-fluids

Engineering mechanics

Fluid mechanics-hydraulics

Aerospace

Materials

Engineering experimentation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Worcester, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete your application through the Common Application

School transcript

School counselor letter of recommendation

Teacher letter of recommendation (math or science teacher preferred)

Submit Test Scores (optional)

Personal interviews in support of your application are available on-campus and in a limited number of cities around the world

In addition to the regular application process, international (non-immigrant) students must meet certain standards, including proof of English proficiency and financial documentation, to join WPI

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

61790 USD / year

≈ 61790 USD / year
Out-of-State

61790 USD / year

≈ 61790 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

61790 USD / year

≈ 61790 USD / year

Living costs

Worcester

United States

1100 - 1620 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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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

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

Worcester

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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