Mechanical Engineering MS

The MS degree can be directed toward research into new engineering knowledge or practice as well as advanced methods of engineering design.

Admissions and Entry

Prerequisites

Applicants must have a BS degree in mechanical engineering or an allied discipline with approval; 3.0 GPA or above in last 60 hours for regular admission.

Entrance Examinations

All applicants must submit scores for the GRE general examination. Expected scores are: V-470; Q-720; AW-4. International applicants must also submit TOEFL or IELTS test scores; university minimum scores are required.

Application Deadlines

Fall/Spring/Summer Semesters: January 15
Winter Semester: September 15
Apply at: http://www.byu.edu/gradstudies/admissions/applynow.php

Course Requirements

MS-Thesis Option:

Minimum 30 hours including 6 thesis hours (MeEn 699R) and 6 hours of advanced mathematics or equivalent. At least half of the course work must be ME courses. 3.0 GPA is required.

MS-Project Option:

Minimum 39 hours including 3 project hours (MeEn 695R) and 6 hours of advanced mathematics or equivalent. At least half of the course work must be ME courses. 3.0 GPA is required.

Examinations

MS-Thesis Option: Oral Examination of Thesis
MS-Project Option: Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)

Residency Requirement

Residency is required for the major part of the work toward the Master of Science degree. This work must be completed under the specific direction of a graduate faculty member while the student is in residence at BYU (at least two consecutive fulltime semesters). "In residence" is defined as (1) being registered for credit as a graduate student and (2) living and conducting research in the general vicinity of the university where the student has ready access to research facilities and consultation with the faculty.

**For comprehensive policies and procedures of ME MS program, see student handbook