U-MMaster of Science in Engineering in Mechanical EngineeringUniversity of Michigan · Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Academic statement of purpose

About 1 to 3 pages.

CV or resume

Personal statement

Up to 2 single-spaced pages; the 500-word Rackham limit does not apply for ME.

Recommendation letters x 3

Three letters; academic recommenders preferred.

Official transcript(s)

From all universities attended; English translation if needed. Official copies typically required after admission.

Academic: Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0/4.0; Or equivalent. Typical Rackham minimum scholastic average for graduate admission consideration.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Preparation in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering field.
IELTS: 6.5 overall; Academic IELTS (including At Home). Required if prior study does not meet an English-proficiency exemption.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall | Old scale: 84 overall; Required of non-native speakers. Department cites University of Michigan Internet-Based TOEFL minimum 84 (4.5 on the new scale from 21 Jan 2026). Best score used if multiple reports are received.
GRE: Optional; Fall 2027 MSE: optional; scores are considered if submitted. Not used for PhD review.

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