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The degree requires either completion of a research thesis or a project-based practicum. The latter is often completed in conjunction with local industry, providing students with both enrichment and exposure to a variety of companies in the Boston area. The choice lies with our students and depends upon their career goals and interests. Our graduates go directly to work in industry and government laboratories. Some may also elect to continue their training toward a doctoral degree in mechanical engineering, applied mechanics, or a related field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Fall 2026 application opened on September 1<\/strong>. All applications received\u00a0after<\/strong>\u00a0June 1\u00a0<\/strong>will be reviewed on a space-available basis. The GRE is not required for applications to the MS in Mechanical Engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shark Ninja SpaceX <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Ideal for students wishing to complete the MS degree in 1\u20131.5 years and use their advanced degree as a foundation for a career in industry R&D, design and analysis, testing, consulting, management, or sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The course planning sheet is similar to the thesis option. Students will take two 500-700 level graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering to replace the 2 research courses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Can be completed in 1 year if a student takes four courses each semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For information on specific course requirements, please see the program planning sheet<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ideal for students wishing to experience an in-depth, focused exploration of a current research area while making an original intellectual contribution. This path prepares students for research-oriented careers as well as careers in design and analysis, testing, consulting, and management. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Students must identify a research advisor and a suitable thesis project (in consultation with the research advisor) and then defend the thesis before a committee of faculty upon completion of the thesis, prior to completing the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The current research interests of the ME faculty are listed on our website.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Students are encouraged to begin the process of identifying a research advisor and thesis topic prior to matriculating, and as early as during the application process. However, students are not required to have secured a research advisor or thesis topic prior to matriculating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For information on specific course requirements, please see the program planning sheet.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Amplify your degree with additional expertise in the high-demand interdisciplinary fields of artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity, or robotics<\/em>. These emerging fields are driving demand for engineering talent across a diverse group of industries, including healthcare, finance, defense, manufacturing, and social networking. Learn more.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n *ME students pursuing a specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning or Cybersecurity will need to take additional credits.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n LEAP enables students with a bachelor\u2019s degree in liberal arts, business, fine arts, or education to earn a master\u2019s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Robotics & Autonomous Systems, or Systems Engineering. LEAP is designed for individuals who seek new career opportunities but may lack the required background in engineering. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"\/eng\/files\/2022\/11\/EPC-2-1024x636.jpg\")
<\/figure>Focus Areas<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Designed to provide each MS MechE student with a strong foundation in various tracks of mechanical engineering. <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>Application Pathways<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>Industry After Degree<\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Examples of companies our students have gone to:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Greensight
Tesla
Draper Labs
Raytheon
Reebok
Boston Scientific
Amazon Robotics<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
SRAM
Stryker
General Electric
Boeing Company
Lincoln Labs
Tektronix
Electric Boat<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\nNon-Thesis Option<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Thesis Option<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>Specialization Programs <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Late Entry Accelerated Program (LEAP) for Non-Engineering Graduates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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