Admissions
Mechanical Engineering is a dynamically evolving discipline, especially here at Boston University. The fundamental aspects of a Mechanical Engineering education, including hands-on experience designing and building solutions to challenging problems, remain unchanged. But the areas of application — and hence career opportunities — are diverse and ever-expanding. Whether you’re preparing for professional careers or advanced studies, you’ll gain academic depth, interdisciplinary insight, applied experience, and access to our diverse local, regional, and national network. We offer a range of outstanding degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
-
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering (ME)
Hands-on, active learning in hot engineering subdisciplines, including aerospace engineering, robotics, manufacturing engineering, and materials science.
-
BS/MS and Dual Degree Options in Mechanical Engineering (ME)
Mechanical Engineering undergraduates can pursue a dual degree, a double major, or early entry to the Master of Engineering program.
-
Concentration in Aerospace Engineering
Preparing students for careers in aircraft and engine design, avionics, aircraft and spacecraft materials, and safety systems.
-
Concentration in Manufacturing Engineering
This four-course, 16-credit concentration emphasizes product design and practical topics, such as green manufacturing, materials and systems, MEMS and computer-aided design.
-
Concentration in Technology Innovation
The Technology Innovation concentration instills an entrepreneurial mindset in BU’s engineering students, preparing them to recognize and exploit opportunities for technical innovations that can lead to viable commercial products and profitable businesses.
-
Concentration in Nanotechnology
Explore the emergence of nanotechnology and its effects on biomedical, photonic, electronic and atomic systems.
-
Concentration in Energy Technologies
The Energy Technologies concentration for undergraduates allows students the opportunity to aquire, fundamental understanding of the environmental impacts of various energy technologies, leading to careers in green technology.
-
Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering (ME)
The Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering (ME) is a flexible program for students who desire advanced training in specific areas of mechanical engineering as a prelude to a career in either research or industry.
-
MS/MBA in Manufacturing Engineering
This dual degree program with Questrom School of Business prepares recent graduates or practicing professionals who are committed to careers in industry to assume leadership positions in manufacturing management.
-
Master’s Degree Internship Degree Option: Engineering with Practice
The Engineering Practice designation, when added to an MS or MEng degree, recognizes the power of combining rigorous academic coursework with supervised real-world research or industrial applications.
-
LEAP: A Master’s Program for non-Engineers
A unique program that enables students without an undergraduate engineering degree to earn a master's degree in engineering.
-
PhD in MechE
Our Mechanical Engineering PhD candidates are leaders in research and education in academia and industry - they carry with them a strong network of peers that they built during their graduate studies here.
-
Certificate in Product Design
Develop graduate-level expertise in engineering product design, development and production in a program that can be completed on-campus, or online through Distance Learning.
-
Certificate in Engineering Innovation
Learn the process of invention, product development and commercialization, as well as how to protect valuable intellectual assets in a certificate program that can be completed on-campus, or online through distance-learning.
-
Minor in Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Undergraduates can complement their degree with a minor in Mechanical Engineering, one of the largest and broadest engineering disciplines, encompassing the development of a broad range of systems from specialized equipment to everyday household items.
-
Master’s Degree Specialization Programs
Interdisciplinary specializations in Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or Robotics add value to your Masters' Degree, giving students an edge in rapidly growing economic sectors that are in need of Engineers.
-
STEM Educator-Engineer Program (STEEP)
The STEM Educator-Engineer Program program (STEEP) trains middle and high school teachers in science, technology, engineering, or math. Graduates of the program earn a BA in an engineering discipline, an MA in teaching, and are eligible for initial licensure in the state of Massachusetts.
-
New M.S. | Product Design & Manufacture
The Master of Science (MS) degree in Product Design and Manufacture is designed to train modern engineers to generate compelling new ideas—as well as the passion and leadership skills to translate those ideas into the practical design and mass production of innovative and cost-effective new products.