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Mechanical Engineering (BS)

USA

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What will I learn?

Mechanical engineering is based on the application of physics and mathematics. It is challenging, rewarding and one of the most diverse disciplines among engineering programs. Mechanical engineering students at SIUE develop skill sets necessary for a number of engineering jobs, including applications in:

Aerospace
Automotive
Biomedical
Robotics
Energy
And more

Mechanical engineers are problem solvers, critical thinkers and designers. Mechanical engineers design and create complex machines that can impact every facet of human life. They work in teams to design and operate robots, engines, machine parts, medical devices and much more. Our students gain an expertise that remains with them throughout their engineering career and enables them to make a difference in society.

What can I do with a degree in mechanical engineering?

Earning an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering is only the beginning for our students. Our graduates have a wide variety of career opportunities available to them upon graduation, and they are prepared to contribute to society through professional practice in industry or governmental positions. Some of our students may also choose to pursue careers in related areas such as business, law or medicine.

Recent graduates of our program are employed at Amsted Rail and Lockheed Martin, as well as other reputable businesses. These graduates work as process engineers, design engineers and in many other roles.

Some of our graduates continue their education by pursuing advanced degrees or by gaining advanced training and licensing in their chosen profession. Students with an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering may also choose to continue their education in mechanical engineering or other closely related disciplines such as aerospace, civil, biomedical and chemical engineering.

Which department am I in?

School of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
US$28,724.00 per year
USD $14,362 Per-Semester

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected April, October 2025

Start date

13 January 2025

Venue

School of Engineering

61 Circle Drive,

Engineering Building Ste 3057,

EDWARDSVILLE,

Illinois,

62026, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students seeking a bachelor’s degree from SIUE who have never attended a college or university, and those who may have taken some coursework at a college or university outside the U.S. but do not currently hold a bachelor’s degree.

English proficiency requirement:

TOEFL: 72

IELTS: 6.0 (no component score under 5.5)

PTE: 50

Duolingo: 110

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a nationally recognized, public institution offering high-quality, affordable education programs.

  • Affordable tuition with excellent scholarships available
  • Stunning campus setting just 25 minutes from St. Louis
  • Accredited programs taught by full-time faculty
  • Diverse and welcoming student body

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