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Mechanical Engineering

Application Deadline

  • Fall: Jan 15
  • Winter: Aug 15

    • Contact Information

    360 EB
    801-422-1650
    mecheng@byu.edu
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    Admission Requirements
    Required Tests

    GRE (English Proficiency exam, such as TOEFL or IELTS, is required for applicants who have not earned a degree in an English speaking country)

    Additional Requirements
    1. BS in Mechanical Engineering or an allied field (Engineering, Physical or Mathematical Science)
    2. Resume
    3. Statement of Intent
    4. 3 Letters of Recommendation
    Program Requirements
    The purpose of the MS program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering is to provide a world-class education to students pursuing a master’s degree, in an atmosphere enlightened by the principles of the gospel. Specifically, the purpose of this program is to produce graduates who:
    1. Eagerly pursue lifelong learning through study and faith in professional, religious and personal aspects of life.
    2. Understand the fundamental concepts of math, science, and engineering, particularly as they apply to thermal and mechanical systems.
    3. Implement the fundamental principles of engineering through hands-on design and analysis, using modern engineering tools and practices, to solve complex, real-world engineering problems with high standards of personal and professional ethics.
    4. Demonstrate leadership in a specific sub-discipline of mechanical engineering through the development of new knowledge and practices.
    5. Confidently present their intellectual efforts in a technical forum of professionals in their area of expertise.
    6. Express faith in God and a desire to serve Him through lifelong service to family, church, profession and community.

    • Credit hours: a minimum of 30 hours, six of which are thesis hours.  The remaining 24 hours are coursework, half of which must be offered by Mechanical Engineering.
    • Program of study: each student must submit a study list of approved courses during the first semester.
    • Prospectus: each student must submit a written prospectus during the second semester.
    • Biannual Evaluations: each student’s progress will be evaluated twice a year, in January and May. Satisfactory progress must be maintained in order to remain in the program.
    • Residency: work toward the MS must be completed under the direction of a graduate faculty advisor while the student is in residence at BYU for at least two consecutive semesters of 6 or more hours of registration. “In residence” is defined as living and conducting research in the general vicinity of the university, where the student has ready access to research facilities and consultation with the faculty.
    • Graduate Seminar: all MS students are required to attend 8 graduate seminars each semester, for two semesters. The seminars include presentations by industry experts, faculty members, and invited guests.
    • Thesis: a written thesis describing original research must be completed and approved.  A maximum of six thesis credits (Me En 699R) may count toward the MS.  All work toward the thesis must be open for public review and publication.  Exceptions must have written approval from the department and college in advance of any work performed.
    • Defense: MS students are required to pass an oral examination of their thesis research.
    • Timelimit: There is a one-year minimum and a five-year maximum to complete the MS degree.
    • GPA: MS students must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above in all courses counted toward the master’s degree.
    • A 39 credit hour coursework only option is available under certain circumstances. Approval must be obtained prior to applying for admission.  Departmental financial assistance is generally not available for the coursework option.

    Please see the MS Handbook at: http://me.byu.edu/graduate-student-resourcesfor more details regarding requirements.
    Program Outcomes
    Subject Mastery (MS)
    An understanding of a sub-discipline of mechanical engineering sufficient to practice as an influential mechanical engineer.

    Independent Research (MS)
    The ability to independently study and learn new information that increases depth and breadth of technical knowledge.

    Communication (MS)
    Persuasive technical writing and oral presentation skills evidenced by presentation and publication in peer-reviewed venues.

    Perspective (MS)
    An understanding of how their work technically and ethically affects their sponsor, sub-discipline, and society.

    Impact (MS)
    The desire, faith and persistence to seek out and solve meaningful technical and societal challenges.
    Program Stats
    Characteristics of Students from Past Academic Year
    Total Students 133.0
    International 5.0
    Male 128.0
    Female 5.0
    LDS 133.0
    BYU Undergraduate 76.0
    Three Year Average Test Scores of Admitted Student
    GMAT Composite Score 591.25
    Five Year Average of Graduated Students
    Average Years to Degree 1.89
    Graduated Per Year 18.6
    GMAT Quantitative Percentile 67.5
    Five Year Average of Admitted Students
    Applied Per Year 51.6
    Admitted Per Year 37.0
    Percent Admitted 71.71
    Average GPA 3.47
    Courses and Faculty

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