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University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa , Alabama ,United States

Mechanical Engineering, MS

While pursuing a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME), the student will take graduate-level courses and may conduct research with a faculty advisor and observe how these studies will lead to key engineering innovations and societal impacts in the field of mechanical engineering.  Equipped with complementary and state-of-the-art computational and experimental facilities, the Mechanical Engineering Department has active research programs in the following three disciplinary groups; Dynamic Systems & Control (DSC), ThermoFluids Science (TFS), and Materials Processing & Manufacturing (MPM).  Faculty teach graduate-level courses and conduct research in cross-disciplinary thrust areas that include: automotive systems, robotics and human systems, automation and mechatronic systems, energy and building efficiency, internal combustion engines, manufacturing systems, additive manufacturing, and materials processing and modeling.  Graduate courses in these areas, in addition to the general core graduate courses, provide the foundation for earning an MSME degree.  In addition to offering a thesis and non-thesis master’s degree for the traditional on-campus student, the non-thesis master’s degree is available as a distance degree.  For more information on online Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, see UA Online Degree Programs.  We are confident that distance education students will have a great opportunity to obtain their degrees with minimal travel or job disruption.

Students and faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering have access to state-of-the-art computational facilities and capabilities.  On-campus assets include numerous commercially available computational modeling software packages.  In addition, high performance computing capabilities are accessible through the University of Alabama’s Office of Information Technology. 

Qualified students in the Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program at The University of Alabama are eligible for early admission into the MSME program through the Accelerated Master's Program (AMP).  This program allows students to double-count up to 9 hours of graduate credit toward their undergraduate degree.

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Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The University of Alabama is a student-centered research university and one of the largest employers in Tuscaloosa, AL. We are delighted that you are interested in learning more about the exciting career opportunities offered at UA. As part of the UA community, you will enjoy outstanding benefits and play an integral role in contributing to the atmosphere, diverse culture, and traditions that make The University of Alabama great!  Use the buttons below to find a rewarding career at Alabama’s flagship university.

Student employment is an integral part of the educational and professional development of UA students. Working while in college not only helps students finance their education, it also assists in developing essential job and life-long learning skills, and provides opportunities to network and connect with faculty, staff, and fellow students who can help with the transition to life at UA. The experience gained is instrumental in preparing students for the job market after graduation and beyond.

PSW Opportunity

3 years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Non-native speakers are required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE scores unless they meet at least one of the following criteria: 1) at the time of initial enrollment, they will hold a degree from a U.S. institution or an institution in one of the English speaking countries or regions listed below; 2) at the time of initial enrollment, they will have been enrolled in coursework for at least two years at a U.S. institution or an institution in one of the English speaking countries or regions listed below; 3) they are a citizen or legal resident of one of the English speaking countries or regions listed below. Information on registering for the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE is available online or at U.S. embassies, consulates, Institute of International Education offices, AMIDEAST offices, and other organizations concerned with international education. Note that during the application process we only need unofficial language score reports. Official reports must be sent on admission. 

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): The minimum score for admission to a degree program or for non-degree admission is 79 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT).
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): The minimum score for admission to a degree program or for non-degree admission is 6.5.
Duolingo: We are accepting Duolingo scores during the COVID-19 crisis. The minimum score for admission to a degree program or for non-degree admission is 105.
Pearson Test of English (PTE): The minimum score of admission to a degree program or for non-degree admission is 59.
The TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE scores must be less than two years old at the time of the application.

  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
  • Duration: 01 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 31460 USD
    Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
    Application Fee: 40 USD
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