MS in Mechanical Engineering

Upload official transcript copies to the application from all institutions, whether a degree was awarded or not. Copy or student copy transcripts are accepted as well, but those downloaded from an institution's student system are not accepted.

Three Letters of Recommendation. Recommenders will receive a link via email to upload letters. Applicants can submit application without recommendation letters being uploaded.

Required of all applicants: 1) Describe how your background and life experiences contribute to your ability to be both persistent and resourceful in your graduate studies. 2) Describe how your life experiences have prepared you to contribute to an academic community where scholars with diverse research interests, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences are supported, respected, and valued. 3) Optional: Please address concerns that you may have that your academic record does not reflect your true capabilities and discuss mitigating factors that have affected your academic record. Reviewers will be interested in understanding your accomplishments relative to your opportunities.

A statement, not exceeding two pages in length, is encouraged. The following topics should be addressed in your Academic Statement of Purpose. What are your professional plans and career goals? How will pursuing graduate studies assist you in reaching those goals? Describe your research, scholarly, or creative interests. What topics are of particular interest to you? Reviewers know that interests change over time but try to be as specific as possible. Discuss how your experiences, skills, and abilities have prepared you for graduate study. Relevant topics may include coursework, work and research experiences, internships, presentations, exhibits, publications, and community service. If you describe a research or scholarly experience, include information on the topic, research mentor, your role, and outcomes. Describe how your skills, preparation, and interests are a match for the program to which you are applying. Identify faculty who share your research and scholarly interests. Reviewers will want to know that you have researched the program, faculty, and key focus areas.

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