Overview

This program in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering at Illinois State University is centered in equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging with curriculum that provides you with training that inspires innovation, fosters hands-on education and collaborative problem-solving, and encourages entrepreneurship. Our curriculum includes traditional courses such as:

Machine design and manufacturing
Dynamics and control systems
Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Heat Transfer
Mechanics of materials

In addition to these fundamental courses, you will have opportunities to specialize in areas such as renewable energy, robotics and automation, biomechanics, automotive industry, turbomachinery, and aerospace.Our hands-on approach emphasizes real-world, industry-based project learning, ensuring that you gain practical experience and problem-solving skills to enjoy thriving engineering and R&D careers to make a societal impact.

You will also be able to join campus chapters of engineering professional organizations such as American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers, and Engineering Without Boarders (EMB) among others. These organizations allow you to meet new people, build a network of support, and work as a team, and participate in regional and national competitions.

Why study Engineering - Mechanical Engineering?

Studying Mechanical Engineering at Illinois State University means joining a community dedicated to excellence and innovation. Our curriculum emphasizes proactive learning through first-year design projects, labs in the sophomore and junior years that reinforce theoretical concepts, and interdisciplinary, team-based senior capstone projects.

As part of the newly founded College of Engineering, our student laboratories and design studios will be equipped with state-of-the-art tools used by practicing engineers worldwide.

As a graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program at Illinois State University, you will have numerous career opportunities across various industries. You will be highly sought after due to the high demand for mechanical engineers in Illinois and across the nation.

Mechanical engineering careers are among the highest-paying jobs in the engineering disciplines. From the Industrial Revolution, when mechanical engineering emerged as a profession transforming industries with machinery that accelerated production and reduced human labor, to today’s advancements in aircraft and space shuttles, mechanical engineers have continually contributed to the betterment of humankind.

Today, the future is driven by a heightened awareness of energy and environmental concerns for our planet. Mechanical engineers are at the forefront of developing clean fuels like hydrogen, which is approximately three times more powerful than fossil fuels, paving the way for sustainable energy solutions.

There are many other exciting topics that mechanical engineers enjoy working on throughout their career including biomechanics and robotics by creating advanced humanoids and biomechanical solutions that improve human body functions and enhance life quality.

If you want to change the world for the better, mechanical engineering is a pathway filled with possibilities!

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

National: Rolling admission for fall semester.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Normal, 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.

English requirements

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110

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6.5

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General requirements

Unofficial academic records, from all schools attended (in original language and an official word for word English translation)
English proficiency score
Passport

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

24132 USD / year

≈ 24132 USD / year
Out-of-State

24132 USD / year

≈ 24132 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12066 USD / year

≈ 12066 USD / year

Living costs

Normal

United States

1100 - 1500 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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Why study Engineering - Mechanical Engineering?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Funding

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