Overview

To meet the needs of modern industries, mechanical engineers combine their technical, creative and entrepreneurial skills to design, manufacture and maintain systems like airplanes, medical devices, power plants, computers, cars, engines and even spacecraft.

Mechanical engineers must combine their engineering knowledge with the highest standards of management, communication, teamwork and ethical leadership. Virtually every aspect of life is affected by mechanical engineering.

What can I do with a degree in Mechanical Engineering?

Mechanical engineers have diverse career opportunities in industries ranging from small start-ups to multinational corporations. Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering degree offered by St. Mary's University can work as designers, researchers, consultants and technology managers in fields such as:

Career Opportunities

Aerospace Engineering

Automotive Engineering

Biomechanical Engineering

Electronics and Computing

Engineering Management

HVAC and Energy Systems

Manufacturing and Automation

Sustainable Energy

Areas of Emphasis

Advanced Manufacturing

Aerospace Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Control Systems and Automation

Design and Innovation

HVAC (Heating, Ventilation,

and Air Conditioning) Systems

Industrial Engineering

Materials Science

and Engineering

Mechanical Systems Design

Mechatronics and Robotics

Oil and Gas Engineering

Sustainable Energy Systems

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering Thermodynamics

Fluid Mechanics

Manufacturing Processes

Materials Engineering

Mechanical Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students: Dec. 15 – Priority application date for admission and general merit scholarships

Language

English

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Antonio, 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

While there are several options for submitting your application, the online St. Mary’s University application is easy to use and is the quickest way to get your information to the Office of Admission.

High school transcripts(s).

ACT and/or SAT scores or a personal statement. It’s your choice, but one must be submitted.

File your FAFSA and explore Financial Aid.

Submit English Proficiency Scores.

Aside from the admission application, only an in-progress high school transcript is required when applying.

While the following documents are not required, we will accept them in support of your admission application if you choose to submit them:

One letter of recommendation,

Résumé.

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

37284 USD / year

≈ 37284 USD / year
Out-of-State

37284 USD / year

≈ 37284 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

37284 USD / year

≈ 37284 USD / year

Living costs

San Antonio

United States

972 - 1507 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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Overview

What can I do with a degree in Mechanical Engineering?

Career Opportunities

Areas of Emphasis

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

San Antonio

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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