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Mechanical engineers create the physical systems and devices that define modern society — everything from automobiles to air conditioning, robotic parts to power plants, people movers to artificial limbs, and rocket engines to satellites. At the School of Engineering, we groom our students to become the inventors and innovators of tomorrow. Our PhD in Mechanical Engineering program offers a balanced curriculum that emphasizes the principles behind these designs and approaches. To apply these principles in the field, we make computational and research experience an integral component of your studies.

We also offer you the freedom to choose from 5 distinct areas of specialization:

• aerospace engineering
• controls and dynamic systems
• fluid dynamics and thermal systems
• materials engineering
• mechanics and structural systems

The high faculty-to-student ratio of our program ensures you develop close ties to your instructors and fellow students. This fosters lifelong relationships and a rigorous intellectual community of scholars.

Many of our graduates enter such fields as computer engineering, nanotechnology, software development, and financial engineering. They also occupy positions in bioengineering, manufacturing, astronautics, systems engineering, and corporate management and law.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this program requires an MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or other closely related engineering field or applied sciences. Generally, you must also be able to present a GPA of 3.5 or better in your MS work. In cases where it is unclear that the required MS specialization has been satisfied, the degree requirements for the Mechanical Engineering, MS at the School of Engineering will define the necessary reparation. This same criterion applies for degrees received in other engineering disciplines.

Those with a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and a GPA of 3.5 or better may apply directly to the program.

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The general credit requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering degree at the School of Engineering are:

• Transfer from MS degree (30 credits)
• Approved coursework beyond the MS degree (18 credits minimum)
• Ph.D. dissertation (18 credits minimum)
• Approved electives (up to 6 credits)
• Minimum Total Required: 75 Credits

The credits above include MS degree credits but go beyond those for the BS degree.

Your studies must also be completed 5 years after the MS degree or the date of admission, whichever is later, unless a formal leave of absence is approved before the period for which the studies are interrupted.

In addition, you must take a written and oral departmental qualifying examination within the first 2 times it is offered after the date you join the doctoral program. Upon passing, you must then form a Ph.D. Guidance Committee and begin your dissertation. To do so, you will need to register for at least 3 credits of ME 9999 each fall and spring semester. Actual registration should reflect the pace of the work and your activity.

An exception to the minimum registration requirement may be made in the last semester of registration if that semester is devoted primarily to complete the work and dissertation. A dissertation grade of U for 2 consecutive terms affects whether or not you will be allowed to continue doctoral work. You must present progress on your dissertation to your guidance committee at least once a year. You can find additional details on degree requirements in the departmental pamphlet available at the department's main office.

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The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) normally requires four to five years of full-time study beyond the baccalaureate degree. There is no formal course requirement for a doctoral degree.  The student develops a technical program involving both research and course work with the help of their faculty advisor.

PhD candidates must pass the Departmental Qualifying Exam (usually taken at the end of the second semester of graduate study), successfully submit a doctoral dissertation proposal (usually during the third-year of full-time study), complete a doctoral dissertation, and pass the final Graduate Board Oral exam and the dissertation defense.

Admissions 

To be admitted to graduate study in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, applicants must submit credentials sufficient to convince the faculty that they will thrive in a program of advanced course work and research. Graduate Record Examination scores must be submitted.

Each graduate student is assigned to a faculty advisor to map a program for the first year and enter the intellectual life of the department. The student will remain in regular communication with the advisor. The advisor may use a variety of methods to assess the student’s progress. It is not necessary that a student have the same advisor in successive years. After serious research for a dissertation has begun, the research supervisor will automatically function as advisor.

All Ph.D. students are required in their first three years, and master’s students are encouraged during their time here, to register for EN.530.803 Mechanical Engineering Graduate Seminar and attend its weekly Mechanical Engineering Graduate Seminars.

Where Do our PhD Graduates Go?  Visit  our PhD Alumni page  to see where our PhD graduates have made their mark around the world. You, too, can join this elite group with an admission to our PhD program!

Program Requirements

Although there are no formal course requirements, students are presumed to be prepared by studies equal to six 600-level courses in their field of specialization and six courses in related fields. All candidates for the doctorate must complete two semesters as a teaching assistant as part of their training. All students are required to follow a course of study approved by their individual advisor.

 In addition to general university requirements, the student must complete the following requirements:

• Achieve an unconditional pass in the oral Departmental Qualifying Exam based on core courses. This exam is usually taken after the second semester.
• Submit a Doctoral Dissertation Proposal that will serve as a base for research and dissertation by the end of the third year.
• Complete research and write the Doctoral Dissertation.
• Achieve an unconditional pass in the Graduate Board Oral examination satisfying the Graduate Board requirements. This is a comprehensive examination in which students must demonstrate proficiency at the graduate level in their field of specialization.
• The final and principal requirement for the doctorate is to successfully defend the Doctoral Dissertation in a final oral presentation and examination, also known as the "dissertation defense."

Additional details on Ph.D. requirements and departmental academic policy for the Ph.D. degree can be found on the Mechanical Engineering Graduate Advising page .

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science

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• Faculty working with students: 31
• Students: 91 Ph.D., 50 M.S.
• Students receiving Financial Aid: 100% of Ph.D. Students, 10% of M.S. students
• Part time study available: No
• Application terms: Spring, Fall
• Application deadlines: Spring: October 2; Fall: December 14
• Learn about our PhD program at mems.duke.edu/phd .
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Program Description

Graduate students in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science (MEMS) work in close collaboration with world-renowned faculty on state-of-the-art, interdisciplinary research programs. The low faculty-to-student ratio provides a close-knit scholarly community while an active Graduate Student Committee provides peer mentorship and support. The graduate curricula are uncommonly flexible whereby the students can define the academic path that best suits their professional goals. 

Learn more about our faculty, research, and student projects at the departmental website: http://mems.duke.edu/

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PhD in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science

• Aerospace Engineering
• Dynamics, Controls & Robotics
• Materials Science & Biomaterials
• Mechanics, Design & Computing
• Thermal Fluids & Energy
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Application Information

Application Terms Available:  Spring, Fall

Application Deadlines:  Spring: October 2; Fall: December 14

Graduate School Application Requirements See the Application Instructions page for important details about each Graduate School requirement.

• Transcripts: Unofficial transcripts required with application submission; official transcripts required upon admission
• Letters of Recommendation: 3 Required
• Statement of Purpose: Required (See department guidance below)
• Résumé: Required
• GRE Scores: GRE General (Optional)
• English Language Exam: TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test required* for applicants whose first language is not English *test waiver may apply for some applicants
• GPA: Undergraduate GPA calculated on 4.0 scale required

Statement of Purpose

Write a statement (single-spaced, 12-point font) addressing the questions below.

1.    Please describe your past research experience at your college/university, REU, or relevant industry experience (500 words max). What questions were you working to address? What experimental, computational, or theoretical skills did you learn? 

2.    For any grades lower than a B, please explain the circumstances of this grade and any steps you took to make sure you learned the material (50 words max).

3.    Why are you interested in pursuing a PhD? And why at Duke? Which faculty members and research areas are you interested in and why? (200 words max)

4.    Earning a PhD is a challenging and intense experience. Please share a past experience where you have had to overcome challenges and how you addressed the challenges (200 words max).

5.    (Optional) Duke MEMS is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. How will you contribute to this community (100 words max)? Possible examples include past leadership roles in student groups, volunteer work, demonstrated ability to work with teams, teaching and tutoring experience, etc.

6.    (Optional) Please describe your current career goals (100 words max). Duke MEMS prides itself in the success of our PhD students in industry and academia. Many students do internships in industry or national labs during their PhD. In addition, the new Thomas Lord Engineering in Service to Society Fellowship provides funding for PhD internships in government, policy, and non-profits.   

Writing Sample None required

Additional Components Masters: Providing a recorded video response is required. The video recording platform is available within the online application.

PhD: Providing a recorded video response is optional. For international students, completion of a video can potentially negate the need for a live language interview later on in the application process. If you choose to include a video, the video recording platform is available within the online application.

We strongly encourage you to review additional department-specific application guidance from the program to which you are applying:  Departmental Application Guidance (PhD)

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Our PhD Program offers students opportunities to work in labs specializing in a broad range of mechanical engineering research.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering prepares students for careers in research and academia. Our faculty are investigating a diverse range of research areas like fluid mechanics, renewable energy technologies, materials processing and manufacturing, prosthetics, diagnostic tools, nanotechnology, and much more. As a PhD candidate, you will share in the excitement of discovery as you collaborate with our faculty on cutting edge research. You will also acquire strong, independent research skills and begin to develop your own skills and reputation as a member of the research community.

Because the advisor/graduate relationship is the cornerstone of a successful PhD experience, all new PhD candidates are carefully matched with faculty advisors, based on mutual research interests.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) normally requires four to five years of full-time study beyond the baccalaureate degree. There is no formal course requirement for a doctoral degree. The student develops a technical program involving both research and coursework with the help of his or her faculty advisor.

PhD candidates must pass the departmental exam, the Graduate Board Oral exam, submit a doctoral dissertation, and pass a final dissertation defense.

Where Do Our PhD Graduates Go?

Visit our PhD Alumni page to see where our PhD graduates have made their mark around the world. You, too, can join this elite group with an admission to our highly-ranked PhD program.

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Mechanical Engineering PhD candidates are leaders in research and education in academia and industry—they carry with them a strong network of peers built during their graduate studies. Students can enter the program directly after completing a bachelors degree, and earn a masters degree along the way or enter after completing a masters degree.

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At Boston University, our Mechanical Engineering PhD candidates have the opportunity to study and research in a broad range of areas within the exciting field of mechanical engineering. We challenge our students to reach their potential as they create new knowledge and innovative solutions to pressing societal problems of today (and tomorrow). Our PhD students work closely with our faculty at the forefront of theoretical, computational, or experimental research in Robotics, Mechanics of Bio/Soft Materials, Sustainable Energies, and Space Technologies, among other inspiring areas of research.

EXPLORE OUR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH AREAS

We believe in the importance of strong community and create abundant opportunities for our students to collaborate and socialize with each other beyond the traditional boundaries of research areas and lab groups. Graduate socials, both formal and informal, a college-wide Student Association of Graduate Engineers, and an overarching culture of interdisciplinary research enrich the professional and extracurricular pursuits of our students. Beyond the BU campus, Boston provides a high-tech research community where external collaborations with industry, government and other universities are common. Moreover, the PhD experience also includes opportunities to present your work at conferences around the world, providing opportunities to network with peers around the globe.

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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

• All PhD students take a course covering basic teaching methods and philosophies and are required to satisfy a teaching practicum for a minimum of two semesters.
• Our post-master’s PhD candidates have no structured course requirements but they are required to complete 32 credits applicable to the degree at a 500 level or higher.
• Post-bachelor’s doctoral students are awarded MS degrees upon completion of the 32 credit hours of structured coursework and the PhD Prospectus Exam.
• PhD students must satisfy a residency requirement of at least two consecutive academic-year semesters of full-time graduate study at Boston University.
• Doctoral students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 to remain in good academic standing and to graduate. All graduate courses are counted in the GPA. Only grades of “B-” or better fulfill PhD curricular requirements.

EXTERNAL FELLOWSHIPS

The College of Engineering (ENG) is committed to five full years of financial support for graduate students in the ENG PhD program who maintain satisfactory academic progress. Entering PhD students are fully funded in their first year. During the first year, incoming PhD students must pursue research and funding discussions with the research faculty. At the end of the first academic year, PhD students must move to RA funding, while others continue on their external fellowship if applicable.

The Mechanical Engineering faculty are willing to work with students to develop the necessary research statements for these types of fellowships. Many of these are due in December or January. Thus they are more feasible for students who are already studying in our program.

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Instructions for applying to the Stanford ME PhD Program are below.

Note for current Stanford MS students interested in adding a PhD program: please contact the ME Student Services Office about the necessary paperwork and relevant policies. If you are a current master's student in the Stanford Mechanical Engineering department, to apply for the PhD, you must complete paperwork prior to conferring the MS degree. Failure to do so will require an application through the online admissions process along with all other external applicants.

Application Deadlines

• Start Quarter:  Autumn 2024-2025 Application Date:  December 1, 2023
• Start Quarter:  Winter 2023-2024* Application Date:  October 23, 2023
• Start Quarter:  Spring 2023-2024* Application Date: January 29, 2024

*Students wishing to apply to the PhD program to start in Winter or Spring quarter must contact [email protected] directly first. Please do not start or submit a Winter or Spring application without first contacting our office.

Application Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the PhD program, applicants must:

• Have earned, or be in the process of earning, a BS degree in engineering, physics, or comparable science program. 
• Submit all application materials by the application deadline.
• Meet minimum TOEFL requirements, if applicable. Review the information on the Graduate Admissions website for more information. 

All students interested in pursuing a PhD in Mechanical Engineering must use the online Stanford Graduate Admissions Application . Your application must include all of the materials listed below and be received by Stanford by the application deadline. 

Required Application Documents

• Online Application
• Application fee

Statement of Purpose

• PhD Supplementary Information form (within application)
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended for more than one year
• Official TOEFL scores, if applicable

The GRE will not be accepted for applications received through September 2024.  We ask that you do not submit or reference GRE scores in your application, as they will not be considered. (Updated July 2023)

Your Statement of Purpose should identify personal and professional goals. It should also discuss your development to date and your intentions regarding graduate study and life beyond Stanford. The ME Graduate Admissions Committee reads your Statement of Purpose with interest because, along with the letters of recommendation, it offers insight into who you are as an individual. Your Statement of Purpose should not exceed two pages in length, single spaced. 

PhD Supplementary Information form

The PhD Supplementary Information form within the application asks applicants to briefly address five prompts (1000 characters max):

• List up to three Stanford ME faculty members whose research interests overlap with your research interests and are potential PhD advisors. (Select from list)
• Briefly comment on your motivation for seeking a PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
• Briefly describe an activity (academic or not) that you initiated and involved independent inquiry, e.g. a technical project, or an extracurricular activity that you planned and executed. What did you learn?
• Briefly describe a situation in which you experienced failure, or a situation in which your beliefs were challenged. How did you handle the situation, and what did you learn?
• Briefly describe a time (or ongoing circumstances) that caused you to face a significant obstacle or experience adversity. How did you approach the situation?

Letters of Recommendation

Three letters of recommendation are required -- one letter must come from an academic source, although we prefer at least two. If your background includes industry experience, involvement in leadership, public service, or entrepreneurial activities, you may wish to include one reference who can comment on that aspect of your experience. Recommendations must be submitted online. Please see the "Recommendations" section of the online application for more information. Please do not submit letters of recommendation through Interfolio.

Transcripts

You are required to upload unofficial copies of your transcripts or e-transcripts to the online application for all institutions you have attended for at least a year as a full-time student. Please  do not  send your official transcripts unless we contact you to do so.

TOEFL Scores

TOEFL results must be from an examination taken within 18 months of the application deadline. The Stanford institution code for ETS reporting is 4704. No department code is needed . For more information on TOEFL requirements, please see the Required Exams and Frequently Asked Questions sections on the Graduate Admissions website . 

Application Status Inquiries

After submitting the online application, applicants will have access to an online checklist which will track all required application materials. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are not able to confirm with individual applicants when documents have been received. All applicants should monitor the online checklist to track individual documents. It is the applicant's responsibility to monitor the checklist and ensure that all documents are received by the deadline. Please allow 2-6 weeks for application materials to be added to your application and appear in the checklist. 

Admission decisions will be released electronically by mid-late March. 

Reapplicants must submit new supporting documents and complete the online application as outlined above in the Graduate Application Checklist.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars

The  Knight-Hennessy Scholars  program cultivates and supports a highly-engaged, multidisciplinary and multicultural community of graduate students from across Stanford University, and delivers a diverse collection of educational experiences, preparing graduates to address complex challenges facing the world. Knight-Hennessy Scholars participate in an experiential leadership development program known as the King Global Leadership Program and receive funding for up to three years of graduate study at Stanford. Two applications must be submitted separately; one to Knight-Hennessy by  October 6, 2021 , 1 pm PST, and one to the Stanford graduate degree program by its deadline. Visit  kh.stanford.edu  to learn more and apply.

The selection of PhD students admitted to the Department of Mechanical Engineering is based on an individualized, holistic review of each application, including (but not limited to) the applicant's academic record, the letters of recommendation, the Statement of Purpose, personal qualities and characteristics, and past accomplishments. 

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MIT School of Engineering

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Stanford School of Engineering

• Stanford, CA ·
• Stanford University ·
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Yale School of Engineering and Applied Science

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Armour College of Engineering

• Illinois Institute of Technology ·
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• CHICAGO, IL
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New York Institute of Technology

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Wilkes University

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Pratt School of Engineering

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George R. Brown School of Engineering

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McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science

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Viterbi School of Engineering

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Cornell Engineering

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University of Michigan College of Engineering

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Tufts University School of Medicine

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Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science

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Whiting School of Engineering

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College of Engineering - Carnegie Mellon University

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Georgia Tech College of Engineering

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UC Berkeley College of Engineering

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Tandon School of Engineering

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Cockrell School of Engineering

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P.C. Rossin College of Engineering & Applied Science

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Mechanical Engineering Graduate Program

Mechanical engineers build, design, and repair machines and tools. They work in a variety of fields, ranging from the automotive industry to space programs. These engineers solve complex mechanical problems and help production processes run smoothly.

Many people start working as mechanical engineers after they complete a bachelor's degree  in the field. However, advanced degrees in mechanical engineering may allow you to pursue better-paying, senior-level positions in your field.

The best graduate degree for you will depend on your larger career goals and the time you can devote to your studies. Knowing what you want to get out of graduate school can help you choose the perfect mechanical engineering grad program.

What Is a Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering?

You can pursue two graduate degrees in this field: a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering. A master's degree is generally quicker and less rigorous than a Ph.D., though still challenging.

A master's degree in mechanical engineering will help you learn about engineering theories and gain advanced technical skills. Many grad schools allow you to focus on a specific discipline, such as biomechanics or robotics. This degree can qualify you for more senior roles in your chosen industry.

A Ph.D. in mechanical engineering will prepare you for an exciting career in academia and research. You will learn interdisciplinary approaches to mechanical engineering and conduct original research to solve problems in your field. You will need to complete intensive coursework and write a dissertation based on your research.

How Long Does It Take To Earn a Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering?

A master's in mechanical engineering typically takes two years to complete. A dual master's degree in mechanical engineering and a related subject can take up to three.

A Ph.D. in mechanical engineering can take four to six years to complete, depending on how fast you can complete coursework and write your dissertation.

Some graduate programs will allow you to pursue a graduate degree part-time. This arrangement can significantly extend your time to a degree, though it does help you balance school with work and other commitments.

Graduate Coursework in Mechanical Engineering

The courses you take will depend on your program and your chosen area of specialization. You may take classes on a variety of challenging topics, including:

• Air Quality Engineering
• Cellular Biomechanics
• Computational Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Behavior of Materials
• MEMS and Nanotechnology
• Methods of Applied Mathematics
• Structural Analysis

Careers in Mechanical Engineering

A graduate degree in mechanical engineering can prepare you for many exciting (and often lucrative) careers, such as:

• Acoustic Consultant
• Automotive Engineer
• College Professor
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Mechanical Design Engineer
• Nuclear Engineer
• Structural Analysis Engineer

Selecting a Mechanical Engineering Graduate Program

With Niche's help, you can find great graduate programs in mechanical engineering  that will meet your needs. Start the next phase of your education today by visiting our database, where you can research grad programs in mechanical engineering.

Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering

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Shantanu Thakar PhD in Mechanical Engineering

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?

The best piece of advice I was given was to not take your career related defeats too seriously and most importantly not letting them affect your mental health. To get into detail, at the time when something you’re not happy with happens, it feels like a huge deal. But for the long term such things do not matter much. For example, if one doesn't get admission in their dream university, although it feels like a huge defeat at the time, after 10 years you won’t even remember much about it. Hence, it is necessary to not take any such defeat too seriously. Ofcourse, you should feel sad and strive to achieve better but it is very important to not let it affect your mental health. Things have a way of falling in place. For example, even if you do not get your dream university, you may end up getting a job better than most people at that university.

What do you consider your greatest accomplishment?

For me the greatest accomplishment would be successfully completing my PhD from one of the top universities and receiving the Best Research Assistant award in the process. 

What's your favorite impulse purchase from the past 12 months?

It has to be the new Tesla that is yet to be delivered.

Please describe a little about your research and what excites you about it

My research is in the area of AI and machine learning for motion planning for complex robots like robotic arms, or robotic arms mounted on mobile robots or multiple robotic arms moving together for performing several tasks. Making sure that such complex robots move safely and successfully  is extremely challenging. Coming up with novel solutions for solving such challenging problems for different applications is what excites me. However, the thing that excites me most is actually seeing robots move and perform interesting tasks like disinfection, grasping, transportation of objects, to name a few. It is highly satisfying to see that my research can benefit making life easier and safer for people. 

If you could choose any other profession outside of engineering or computer science, what would it be? 

It has to be one of astronomer or a soccer player

What are some factors that helped you decide to pursue your PhD at USC?

The two most important factors for me were my advisor, Prof. Satyandra K. Gupta and the excellent infrastructure and facilities for robotics at USC. Prof. Gupta’s research was exactly what I was interested in and looking to get into. Moreover, he is an excellent advisor who gives you a lot of freedom to express yourself, but also makes sure you are moving towards the goal. He makes sure his students work on problems that are relevant for the industry. The facilities at the center for advanced manufacturing, where he’s the director at, are state-of-the-art. I have not seen so many varieties of robots and 3D printers anywhere else. 

If you were to recommend to an incoming student 3 places to go in California/Los Angeles, what would they be?

It is really difficult to recommend just 3 places in Southern California, let alone in the entire California. Let me stick to SoCal. The first place I recommend is one of my favorite national parks, Channel Island National park, off the coast of Ventura. Not only are the islands extremely beautiful with blue waters and rich marine life for snorkelling and scuba diving, but also, on the way there, you will get to see dolphins, seals and if you’re lucky whales. It’s a must visit! The second is my favorite beach in LA, Hermosa Beach. It is a small city of its own with amazing restaurants. The sunset from Hermosa beach is one of the prettiest I have seen. The third place would be my absolute favorite ice cream place near Westwood, Saffron & Rose. The Persian ice cream they serve is one of the best ice creams I have ever had. 

What is a memory you'll cherish about your time at USC?

Some of the memories I’ll cherish the most are working late at night at the lab chasing a deadline, after which, our entire lab would go to the diner close by for late night food and beer. Apart from this, I miss playing soccer at the Brittingham field till late at night.  

What's one thing about you that might surprise me?

I could solve the Rubik’s cube in less than 30 seconds 

What are your plans after graduation?

I have joined Amazon as a Research Scientist in Robotics.

Hometown (city, country):

Pune, India

Personal Website (if any):

shantanuthakar.github.io

Faculty Advisor:

Prof. Satyandra K. Gupta

Yeo Jung Yoon PhD in Mechanical Engineering

“Be positive!” 

Whenever I face a challenge in my graduate studies, I try to have a positive and fresh mindset. Positive thoughts help me a lot to overcome various hardships. I believe the way I think really affects the way I react.

In my first year of my PhD, My colleagues and I won the best paper award for robotic 3D printing research at ASME IDETC-CIE conference. We worked hard for the project and it felt really great to see our hard work finally pay off.

Recently, I found a cool home-décor shop in K-town and bought a bunch of home décor items. My room is now more fun and interesting with cute planters, various candles, a huge wall clock and artistic tissue box.

My research is about developing robot learning algorithms for various manufacturing applications. I have been fascinated by the fields of robotics and Artificial Intelligence since I was an undergraduate student. I love the idea that my research problems are at the intersection of both fields!   

Travel writer! I love to travel, eat local food, and experience local cultures. It would be interesting to travel to other countries and write about interesting episodes.

Great resources for research, well-organized graduate program, and the location. I visited USC campus and my lab before coming to USC. I was amazed by the wonderful support that USC can offer to prospective graduate students and decided to pursue my PhD here. 

The Getty Center is a place where you can see lots of art and walk beautiful gardens. I also recommend visiting Griffith Observatory. It is especially beautiful during sunset times, and a great place for hiking. Also, if you want to feel the ocean breeze, I recommend going to the beaches in Malibu.

The time I have spent with my friends and colleagues. We studied and hung out together, discussed various topics, and helped each other. My graduate life is wonderful because of them! 

I have been a devoted yoga practitioner for the past 7 years. I love to do beach yoga and hot yoga. It helps me to release stress and clear my mind. 

I plan to pursue a career in academia. I love being in academia because I can work on the problems that I feel most interested in. I also like to work and communicate with scholars and students who have the same research interest as me. They are inspirational!  

I grew up in Seoul, South Korea

Satyandra K. Gupta (Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Department)

James Croughan PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Fail often but safely. Often the fastest way to learn and master something is to learn every way of not doing it, either by trying it yourself or watching others attempt it. That being said, you need to make sure each failure does not result in harm to yourself or others. So long as that is possible, the fastest path to success is to fail constantly and creatively.

In high school I struggled with maintaining enough body weight, and had several health issues related to that. At the time I was about six feet tall and weighed 130 pounds, and my doctor told me I needed to put on at least 30 pounds of muscle to be healthy, but the more I put on, the healthier I would be. I very much took that to heart and have been getting stronger ever since. It has been 13 years since I started daily weightlifting and monitoring my diet, and I have now put on nearly 70 pounds of muscle and am the healthiest I have ever been.

Blackout curtains. I saw them at Target and decided to try them out, and instantly started sleeping much better. I had no idea how sensitive to light I was until I experienced sleeping in a genuinely dark room. I probably get an extra 2 hours of sleep now, simply because the light isn’t waking me up too early.

Please describe a little about your research and what excites you about it.

I am an experimentalist who works on very high-performance wings in the Dryden Wind Tunnel. I have built several wings designed to invalidate many of the assumptions used in traditional wing aerodynamics, with a goal of explaining how and why these models must change when key assumptions are false. The two most exciting parts of this are the implications and how my analysis process works. My research clearly shows that many of the design rules currently used in wing design only apply to a small range of wing designs. If you go outside of these traditional designs, much higher performance wings are possible than what traditional aerodynamics would predict. How I determine this is also very exciting. All of my wings were designed to cover a broad range of possible outcomes without knowing the exact math that might predict those outcomes, making an accurate prediction of the results impossible beyond basic intuition. As such, I really didn’t know what to expect when I first started seeing my results. When they finally came in, they far exceeded my expectations, which is awesome.

Lawyer. I love debating anything and everything and am very extroverted and analytical, so trial lawyer or something like that would make sense and be fun.

I wanted to pursue bigger and crazier projects than what I had been doing previously, and I knew I needed a stronger educational background to be qualified to do that. USC and Dr. Uranga were the only school and advisor combination I looked at that offered a specialization in system, experimental, or mechanical design, in combination with a specialization in a more traditional engineering area. Additionally, I am from the LA area, and have absolutely zero desire to leave and have been a fan of USC for a long time, so that made it a very easy choice.

• Watch your favorite band at the Hollywood Bowl.
• Climb Mt. Baldy or Mt. San Jacinto.
• Take a long walk on the beach in Malibu around sunset.

All the trips to all-you-can-eat sushi and Korean bbq with lab-mates and classmates. Lots and lots of good food and good times.

I travel a ton but have a rather short list of places I have been. I am on a round trip plane flight about every 50 days on average, yet have somehow never been to New York, for example.

I am in the pure writing stage of my thesis work, and have already started working full-time for an aerospace company as I finish that up. I was previously a consultant for Rhoman Aerospace, and became VP of Engineering and Controls in July.

Claremont, California, USA

Dr. Alejandra Uranga

100 Best Mechanical Engineering schools in the United States

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in the United States ranked based on their research performance in Mechanical Engineering. A graph of 44.9M citations received by 1.6M academic papers made by 964 universities in the United States was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology

For Mechanical Engineering

2. Stanford University

3. University of California - Berkeley

4. Harvard University

5. University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

6. University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

7. Georgia Institute of Technology

8. University of Washington - Seattle

9. Cornell University

10. University of Wisconsin - Madison

11. Pennsylvania State University

12. University of Maryland - College Park

13. Ohio State University

14. University of Texas at Austin

15. University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

16. Carnegie Mellon University

17. University of California - Los Angeles

18. University of California-San Diego

19. Purdue University

20. Johns Hopkins University

21. Texas A&M University - College Station

22. Columbia University

23. Princeton University

24. University of Pennsylvania

25. University of Southern California

26. University of Florida

27. Yale University

28. Northwestern University

29. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

30. California Institute of Technology

31. Iowa State University

32. University of California - Davis

33. New York University

34. University of Chicago

35. University of California - Santa Barbara

36. Michigan State University

37. University of California - San Francisco

38. North Carolina State University at Raleigh

39. Rutgers University - New Brunswick

40. University of Pittsburgh

41. University of Arizona

42. University of Utah

43. Duke University

44. Arizona State University - Tempe

45. University of Colorado Boulder

46. University of California - Irvine

47. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

48. Boston University

49. University of Iowa

50. University of Virginia

51. University of Tennessee - Knoxville

52. Washington University in St Louis

53. University of Illinois at Chicago

54. University of Cincinnati

55. University of Rochester

56. University at Buffalo

57. University of Massachusetts - Amherst

58. University of Kentucky

59. Rice University

60. Case Western Reserve University

61. Stony Brook University

62. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

63. Tulane University of Louisiana

64. Brown University

65. Providence College

66. Vanderbilt University

67. University of Delaware

68. Emory University

69. University of Connecticut

70. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

71. Clemson University

72. University of Houston

73. Drexel University

74. Florida State University

75. University of Nebraska - Lincoln

76. University of Miami

77. University of Missouri - Columbia

78. University of Notre Dame

79. Wayne State University

80. University of South Florida

81. University of Central Florida

82. Oregon State University

83. Colorado State University - Fort Collins

84. Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

85. University of South Carolina - Columbia

86. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science

87. University of California - Riverside

88. Washington State University

89. Missouri University of Science and Technology

90. University of Oklahoma - Norman

91. Indiana University - Purdue University - Indianapolis

92. University of Alabama at Birmingham

93. Syracuse University

94. University of Georgia

95. Brigham Young University - Provo

96. Northeastern University

97. Auburn University

98. Texas Tech University

99. University of New Mexico

100. University of Maryland, Baltimore

The best cities to study Mechanical Engineering in the United States based on the number of universities and their ranks are Cambridge , Stanford , Berkeley , and Ann Arbor .

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USask Engineering graduate heading to Stanford for her PhD

A University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Engineering graduate has been accepted to study in an innovative new PhD program at one of the world’s best medical schools.

Donella Hoffman Jun 6, 2024

Katie Sofko, who graduates this week with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, is one of six students who will join the Biomedical Physics (BMP) Graduate Program in September at the Stanford University School of Medicine. More than 100 people from around the world applied for a spot.

“It really focuses on the intersection of engineering and physics with medicine and applying that to real-world medical problems,” Sofko explained in a recent interview. “That is what drew me to the program. I just love that idea; it’s what I've wanted to do for most of my life.”

Stanford Medicine is the world’s fourth-ranked medical school in the latest QS World University Rankings ; Stanford University placed sixth in the overall rankings.

Sofko’s success is based on an impressive blend of enthusiasm and aptitude, said Dr. Emily McWalter (PhD), an assistant professor in USask Engineering who has supervised Sofko’s undergraduate research for more than three years.

“It’s a rare combination when someone is that intelligent and has that much drive and vision for what they want. When you have that in one package, the sky’s the limit,” McWalter said of Sofko, who earned the Harold J. Bosche Most Distinguished Prize in Mechanical Engineering for achieving the highest average among students graduating in the discipline this spring.

Sofko also served as president of the Mechanical Engineering Students’ Association during her final year in the college.

“She’s definitely one of the top students I’ll ever have the opportunity to work with,” McWalter said.

Sofko grew up in Saskatoon and attended Walter Murray Collegiate Institute. She thought she would study medicine or orthodontics but discovered during her Biology 30 class in Grade 12 that she wasn’t very interested in dissection – a big part of a medical degree – so she pivoted to engineering.

She chose to major in mechanical engineering but kept her eyes open for opportunities to pursue biomedical engineering. Halfway through her second year, she sought out McWalter, whose research focuses on using novel, quantitative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques to understand knee joint and soft tissue function in degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis. Working with McWalter, as part of the college’s Goodfellow Undergraduate Research Award program, was the catalyst for Sofko’s enthusiastic and ongoing fascination with MRI technology.

“They’re incredible machines,” she said. “When I started learning about the technical aspects of MRI and the physics that goes into being able to produce the images that you get, I just loved them.”

“The images are quite striking. The quality of soft tissue contrast, the internal structure that we can see from MRI isn't something you see as much in other imaging modalities.”

In 2022, Sofko became the first USask Engineering student to do an international co-op work placement when she secured an internship at Siemens Healthineers, one of the top medical technology companies in the world.

“The experience was incredible,” she said of working at company headquarters in Erlangen, Germany. “I mean, I was at the factory where MRI were being made. I use MRI in my research, so it was really exciting to get to experience hands-on what goes into developing MRI and improving the different hardware of MRI.”

In her research, Sofko has explored the repeatability of two methods for assessing changes in the cartilage of the knee with the application of load, using quantitative MRI.

During her undergraduate research career, Sofko twice had abstracts accepted at the annual meetings for the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and presented at the conferences.

“Getting that experience on an international level was completely foundational in establishing myself as a researcher and getting to know the research community,” she said.

McWalter, who spent five years at Stanford as a post-doctoral fellow and research associate, marvels at how Sofko has made the most of her opportunities to connect with academics in her field.

“Her networking is excellent not because she’s talking to lots of people and getting her name out there, but because she has meaningful, scientific conversations with senior professors.

“They love talking to her because she’s so engaged and asks great questions,” McWalter said.

After she applied for the Stanford PhD program, Sofko was one of 24 people selected for interviews, which were held online and covered three full days. She said she was surprisingly relaxed during the process because she knew the outcome would not deter her from her ultimate path.

“One of my main messages was that biomedical physics is what I want to do with my life, no matter what, and that specifically their program really appealed to me because of its translational aspects in that they have a close relationship with their hospital on campus and opportunities for clinical application.”

Her acceptance and impending move to Palo Alto, Calif., is very exciting for her parents, siblings, and her grandparents.

“I have a very supportive family and I have been so incredibly fortunate to have Emily as my supervisor. She provided me with so many opportunities that allowed me to develop as a researcher.”

Sofko is also grateful for the USask Best and Brightest $24,000 entrance scholarship that she received, as well as College of Engineering awards she earned while studying for her undergraduate degree. “I’m really grateful to USask for all of that support.”

Sofko expects to earn her PhD in five years and, at this point, envisions a career doing research and development in the medical field.

McWalter said Sofko has made the most of her opportunities and positioned herself well for the next step in her academic career.

“They’re looking for the best of the best, and Katie is among that best.”

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Dr Amit Soni did his BE Electrical (Electronics & Power) Engineering in 2001, scoring first rank and was awarded ‘Gold Medal’ for his outstanding academic performance. He did his MTech (Power System) in 2005 and PhD (Power System) in 2012, both from Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur. He has rich Academic & research experience of 21 years while working with various institutions, which includes 3 years of industrial experience in RRVPNL, Jaipur.

He had worked as Director (International Collaborations), Manipal University Jaipur and contributed towards MoU’s/MoA’s with top QS Ranked Universities, Faculty & Student exchanges, successfully organizing DoIC Flagship events IWSMUJ - 2022 (Winter School), ISSMUJ -2022 (Summer School), Academic structuring of existing MoU’s and IAESTE Events. In addition, he had worked as Director (Quality & Compliance), Manipal University Jaipur and successfully contributed for NIRF Ranking 2021, AQAR-1 and NBA visit for 5 Engineering Departments. He had served as Head, Department of Electrical Engineering, Manipal University Jaipur, for a duration of 4.5 years and had organized several National & International Workshops, Scopus Indexed International Conferences: 1st & 2nd Series ICTSES 2018 & 2021 (Springer Publisher), initiated MoUs & collaborative agreements and successfully developed research laboratories in the Department. In addition to this, before joining MUJ he had served in various administrative capacities such as Director, Asians Institute of Technology, Rajasthan, Head EE, Coordinator & Chairman for different Academic Committees at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

He has published 30 research papers in high impact repute SCI indexed International Journals (Q1 & Q2 category), 50 Scopus Indexed IEEE, Springer, and Elsevier conferences, and have also published 15 Scopus Indexed book chapters. He has to his credit more than 90 research publications, several Invited Talks & Keynote addresses, and had chaired/co-chaired sessions in various conferences. He is regular reviewer of research articles for many high impact journals. His research interest includes Solar Energy Materials, Optoelectronics, Thin Film Technology, Photovoltaics, Renewable Energy Systems and Power System. He had supervised 3 PhDs and 6 research scholars are currently working under his supervision. He is presently working as PI for DST SERB funded (18.66 Lakh) research project in collaboration with MLSU, Udaipur and NIT, Uttarakhand. He is life member of Solar Energy Society of India, Member ISTE, India and IEEE, USA.

Dr Amit Soni can be contacted at: [email protected] and Mobile: +91 +91-9887300222

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