The College of Engineering Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering program is an option to pursue a mechanical engineering program. You will do coursework, conduct research to prepare to either lead into a career in the industry or a doctoral program. Our program is led by dedicated faculty members who are at the forefront of research, developing the latest advancements in science and technology in mechanical engineering, our approach to education is highly interdisciplinary and collaborative.

We have our highly accomplished faculty, you can achieve research experience with your career goals and participate in UConn's Career Development program. We are located in the heart of UConn; we value tremendous collaborations with other nearby academic units and industry.

Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest engineering fields. At the School of Mechnical, Aerospace, and Manufacturing Engineering, you’ll work closely with your peers, faculty, and the tools you need to succeed across many different mechanical engineering industries, such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, power, heating and cooling, and machinery—as well as the new and emerging fields of robotics, micro-devices and nano-devices, and medical equipment.

Mechanical engineers participate in every phase of the research and development process. Regardless of what industry you’re in, you’ll invent, analyze, and manufacture mechanical components and systems to help solve a particular problem or create a new product. It is very fulfilling to see your hard work pay off every step of the way—from conception, to creation, to distribution.

Masters Degree Options

Plan A

This plan requires 21 credits of graduate-level coursework and successful completion of a thesis. Thesis work for the Plan-A option is equivalent to nine credit hours. The thesis must be an original and significant contribution to the field of mechanical, aerospace, and/or manufacturing engineering, and it must be defended orally according to Graduate School requirements.

Plan B

This plan requires 30 credits of graduate-level coursework. After completion of at least 24 credits, the student must hold an exit interview with the school’s Director of Graduate Studies. This interview serves to fulfill the Graduate School’s final examination requirement. International students must enroll in enough credits each semester to satisfy full-time enrollment, as noted in the Center for International Students & Scholars (CISS) website.