Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programs in America

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

• Graduate School
• Cambridge, MA
• 5 reviews

Graduate Student: MIT has a wonderful, academic atmosphere which supports diverse teams in finding creative new approaches to existing problems in the world. From coursework, to classmates, to the resources, to the facilities, it is unparalleled!
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Stanford University

• Graduate School
• Stanford, CA
• 3 reviews

Graduate Student: In Stanford, collaboration comes before competition. Once you have proved worthy of being in Stanford, it is not about what grades you receive and how you are better than someone else purely in academics, but about how you reach out for different experiences, how you enrich yourself with multi-disciplinary research activities, how you participate in year round activities on campus and help each other out in academics. It isn't how much you know, it is how well you use what you know. It doesn't matter what field you are in, Stanford will give you the holistic experience of studying in a University that no one else can. Don't be afraid to apply, I was very afraid, but I took the leap and here I am.
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Yale University

• Graduate School
• New Haven, CT
• 7 reviews

Graduate Student: Yale University is basically the most beautiful school in the world, by far. I still can't believe just how gorgeous the place is. Sometimes when I'm walking around by myself on the old campus, I just want to pinch myself. It's pretty much the "Blue Steel" of colleges and universities. Funny story, but my African mom basically describes it in the following terms: "ohh, it all looks like Harry Potter's world! I bet this is where he really goes to school!".
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Duke University

• Graduate School
• Durham, NC
• 9 reviews

Graduate Student: Duke University has a multitude of opportunities and connections. For graduate students, the health insurance is mostly ok, but not great. Overall, the departments care about the academic growth of their students. However, the university spent quite a bit of money on lawyers to stop the graduate students from unionizing as well as holding a student vote on whether to do so in a way that was completely biased. I would also check how much funding a program provides in comparison to the average length of the program (not what it should be, but how long students are actually taking). The continuing tuition fees for ABD graduate students are very high compared to fees at similar level institutions. I would suggest any prospective student look to see if the school/program will teach them the skills and provide a path with adequate support towards their goal.
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University of Pennsylvania

• Graduate School
• Philadelphia, PA
• 33 reviews

Graduate Student: Upenn is such a worthy investment for your future! The school has so many resources and connections with institutions across the country.
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Rice University

• Graduate School
• Houston, TX
• 2 reviews

Graduate Student: The recruiting and application process was very different from other colleges and programs that I applied for. Rice was very good about following up and providing more information. They worked with you to remove road blocks and worked hard to keep you informed and help you provide the best application possible. Other colleges and universities I had to call regularly every day leaving voicemails hoping to reach somebody, vs always getting a call back the same day from Rice.
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Northwestern University

• Graduate School
• Evanston, IL
• 19 reviews

Graduate Student: I absolutely love Northwestern. Even though I’m attending their online program and live a couple of states away, I still feel connected to my university. Over the past year, my professors, academic advisors, and other course leads have been extremely resourceful and I can tell they want me to succeed. The online campus is easy to use and there are people ready to help me 24/7 if I need it. Despite only meeting once a week via webcam, I feel connected to my classmates and love getting to know them better through class and group projects. I’ve learned so much about mental health counseling and I feel that I’ll be ready for my career when I graduate. I truly feel that I made the best decision when I picked Northwestern for my graduate career!
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Vanderbilt University

• Graduate School
• Nashville, TN
• 9 reviews

Graduate Student: I am admitted to the school of nursing in preparation mode for classes to begin. The organization of the program is excellent with details, ease of navigation, accessible to staff and professiors, and the provide so many resources for your success! They have thought of everything, so I can prepare to the fullest and once on campus, I will be able to focus on learning and achieving my degree.
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Washington University in St. Louis

• Graduate School
• Saint Louis, MO
• 16 reviews

Alum: I had a generally positive experience at Wash U. St. Louis itself is a very underrated and nice, affordable city. In addition the campus and surrounding neighborhood is very well cared for and safe. The academics met my expectations. I was challenged but also was able to overcome those challenges with hard work and determination. I was in the design school, which was rapidly improving, including the construction of a brand new building . It is an expensive university, but that’s to be expected of a private school with so many resources. I was also very impressed by the generosity of donors, and benefited greatly from scholarships.
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California Institute of Technology

• Graduate School
• Pasadena, CA

University of Notre Dame

• Graduate School
• Notre Dame, IN
• 4 reviews

Graduate Student: Notre Dame is a unique university with a focus on integrity, community, and excellence is everything the students do. The business school is no different.
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University of Southern California

• Graduate School
• Los Angeles, CA
• 60 reviews

Graduate Student: The homework, texts, and projects all have been very helpful in learning the material to be on exams, the objectives of the classes are clear and educational material has been exciting to learn. The professors are great with communication and classmates have been helpful in the learning experience as well. Not to go without mention, awesome vip student seating at USC football games!
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Cornell University

• Graduate School
• Ithaca, NY
• 8 reviews

Graduate Student: Love the professors and the ability to learn about anything I want to in my MBA program. I was especially interested in marketing, but it also has fantastic opportunities in consulting and investment banking. Make sure you have some warm clothes for the winter!
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University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

• Graduate School
• Ann Arbor, MI
• 21 reviews

Graduate Student: University of Michigan’s School of Public Health is fine. It’s going through some growing pains as the credentialing gets updated and it’s noticeable, but still a good school. The general public health classes you take are not great, but your department specific ones are amazing!
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Tufts University

• Graduate School
• Medford, MA
• 4 reviews

Graduate Student: As a graduate student in Tufts University's Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning Department, I am enrolled in the post masters Certificate in Advanced Graduate Studies specializing in Urban Justice and Sustainability. I am able to pursue this program at Tufts in the Boston area even though I am a practicing planner residing and working in Roswell, NM. The faculty in this program are exceptional. The student colleagues are also working professionals with planning and other backgrounds such as law and education. I love this program because we are exposed to literature and ideas from many different fields. The assignments make us think as we attempt to articulate our ideas on a variety of community based social justice and sustainability issues and policies.
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University of California - Los Angeles

• Graduate School
• Los Angeles, CA
• 21 reviews

Graduate Student: This is by far one of the best college campuses in America! The school is large and very beautiful with breathtaking architecture. The school community is close knit and very diverse. I won't mention about the weather, you have to experience it by yourself.
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Johns Hopkins University

• Graduate School
• Baltimore, MD
• 32 reviews

Graduate Student: I am a first year graduate student in their online Museum Studies program. So far, I love everything about Johns Hopkins University. My professors have been very attentive and answer all my questions quickly, the work is very relevant and there are so many resources to help me. JHU's admissions office and academic advisors have been in constant contact with me, making sure I was all set for the semester. My student alumni ambassador is a wonderful person who has been helping me with JHU on a personally experienced level as she has graduated from the same program. I am proud to be a part of the JHU community!
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Carnegie Mellon University

• Graduate School
• Pittsburgh, PA
• 5 reviews

Graduate Student: Carnegie Mellon allows for great work/life balance. While academics are intense and you will be pushed beyond your imagination, the GSA organizes social events pretty much every month providing good opportunities to socialize with graduate students in other departments.
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Georgia Institute of Technology

• Graduate School
• Atlanta, GA
• 15 reviews

Graduate Student: Georgia Tech is a great school with numerous opportunities! The professors and staff are incredibly knowledgeable and the student body provides a diverse learning experience. Located in the heart of Atlanta the school boasts a campus vibe with a city skyline. You get the best of both worlds! It is a unique experience with endless opportunity in the classroom and to research.
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University of California - Berkeley

• Graduate School
• Berkeley, CA
• 12 reviews

Graduate Student: I've had an incredible experience as a grad student at UC Berkeley. The current program that I'm enrolled in is relatively new, and although there are quite a few kinks that the program is ironing out (funding, quality instructors, classroom space) what I love most about my program is the desire to include students in the decision making process to enhance the program for future students. I've enjoyed having an influence on the direction the program will take, as well as advocating for many of the basic needs of my program and fellow students. I've also enjoyed taking classes led by engaging professors who are dedicated to preparing me for the real world. I love that many of my classes have woven the theoretical aspects of academia with real-world application. Other highlights of UC Berkeley are the gorgeous campus, the extremely active student body, accessibility of resources, the myriad student engagement activities, and the name recognition the University carries. Go Bears!
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Northeastern University

• Graduate School
• Boston, MA
• 25 reviews

Graduate Student: As a graduate student at Northeastern University I had a wonderful time! I met so many new and interesting people from all around the world that I can most certainly call my friends! Professors were always very helpful and tried to explain everything to students in depth! The fact that it has the co-op program, allows students to put into practice everything that they have learned. Therefore, after the completion of any degree, most students have already jobs offers waiting for them.
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New York University

• Graduate School
• New York, NY
• 28 reviews

Graduate Student: Professors are professional, empathetic, and knowledgable in their field in the social work department. It is near Washington Square Park where many people hang out whether its laying in the grass, skateboarding, or listening to music. Campus is large and clean. Although, a racist action had taken place on campus, there seems to be an active anti-racist sentiment that is bing developed into the campus culture.
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University of Texas - Austin

• Graduate School
• Austin, TX
• 22 reviews

Graduate Student: Quality of professors is great. Emphasis on learning and building skills is on point. I am a working professional while working on my masters. The university allows this opportunity for people like me through the Option III graduate programs. The program requires attending class once a month and everything else is online. Working in groups is a key to learning and with the diversity of the cohort this becomes ground zero for the experience. My cohort included working professionals from several industries including aerospace, software, oil & gas, entrepreneurs, etc... The perspective you get from working in such dynamic groups is invaluable and helps everyone grow as a professional and student.
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Lehigh University

• Graduate School
• Bethlehem, PA
• 3 reviews

Graduate Student: Amazing school for business. Lots of connections especially through professors who have worked with big-named companies. The Big Four also recruits a large population from here. Most students get internships starting freshmen year and secured job offers by junior year. However, for Engineering Lehigh is ok. There is prestige and the curriculum is pretty robust. Job prospects are average. As for other majors, I've seen many students struggle post graduation.
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Virginia Tech

• Graduate School
• Blacksburg, VA
• 16 reviews

Graduate Student: I am here for my PhD, after finishing my Masters elsewhere. I was shocked to see that graduate students are required to pay comprehensive fees, totaling $1,300 a semester for out-of-state, and $1,050 for in-state! This fee was covered at my department at my last university, as was health insurance (not covered here). That's over 10% of my annual stipend taken in fees for a lot of services I'm not using. Though I am very pleased with VT academically, I am a bit dismayed by the fees. I could see this being a deterrent for some, especially considering that lots of other great research universities cover this cost for their graduate students (as it should be).
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