M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering

Application Fees : US$ 80

1. Academic Qualifications:

   • Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
   • A minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in the previous qualifying degree is generally required. Some programs may have higher academic requirements, such as competitive programs in engineering or business.
      

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests at UC are:

   • DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 110.
   • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 60.
   • TOEFL: Internet-based test (iBT) score of 92 or higher.
   • IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or higher, with no individual band score below 6.
   • It's important to note that the English language proficiency requirement may vary based on the program. Some programs may have higher minimum score requirements.
      

3. Credential Evaluation: International applicants are typically required to submit a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service, such as NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) or WES (World Education Services)

It is important for prospective international postgraduate students to review the specific admission requirements of their intended program at UC, as requirements may vary between programs. 

The University of Cincinnati (UC) offers a range of scholarships to international students to support their academic journey. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the community.

1. Global Scholarship: The Global Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based scholarship offered to incoming international undergraduate students. It provides partial tuition coverage for up to four years of study at UC. Selection is highly competitive, and students are evaluated based on their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement.

2. UC Global Scholarship Plus: The UC Global Scholarship Plus is an enhanced scholarship program that combines the Global Scholarship with additional funding. This provides greater financial support to international undergraduate students, covering a larger portion of their tuition expenses.

3. UC International Excellence Award: The UC International Excellence Award is a merit-based scholarship available to outstanding international undergraduate students. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact. Recipients of this award receive financial support towards their tuition costs.

4. Graduate Student Scholarships: UC offers various scholarships and assistantship opportunities to international graduate students. These scholarships may cover tuition expenses, provide stipends, or offer research or teaching assistant positions. Graduate students are encouraged to explore specific scholarships and assistantship opportunities within their respective departments or programs.

5. Country-Specific Scholarships: UC may offer scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, financial need, or specific criteria set by donors or sponsoring organizations. Prospective international students are advised to check with the university's financial aid office or international admissions office for country-specific scholarship opportunities.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year. 

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse career opportunities as mechanical engineers, product development engineers, project managers, and more. The M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering program equips students to be innovative mechanical engineers, contributing to technological advancements and engineering solutions in various industries and sectors.

1. Mechanical Engineer: Graduates of the M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering program can pursue careers as mechanical engineers in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, energy, and robotics. They are involved in the design, analysis, and development of mechanical systems and components.

2. Product Development Engineer: Some graduates may choose to work as product development engineers, creating and improving products and systems to meet industry and consumer needs.

3. Project Manager: Graduates with experience in project management can explore opportunities as project managers, leading engineering projects and teams.

4. Research and Development (R&D) Engineer: Graduates interested in innovation may work as R&D engineers, conducting research and developing new technologies and products.

5. Aerospace Engineer: Graduates with a focus on aerospace engineering can pursue careers in the aerospace industry, designing and analyzing aircraft and spacecraft systems.

6. Manufacturing Engineer: Some graduates may choose to work as manufacturing engineers, optimizing production processes and ensuring quality control in manufacturing facilities.

7. Renewable Energy Engineer: Graduates interested in renewable energy can work on developing sustainable energy systems and technologies.