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Mechanical Engineering M.Eng. (Distance, Online, Low-residency, or Hybrid option)

Field of Study

Mechanical Engineering

Program Description

The M.Eng. (Mechanical Engineering) distance learning degree is a part-time program that can be completed in two to three years for those who wish to develop a higher level of competence in engineering science, current technology, and engineering design. The program is geared industrial professionals that wish to enhance their technical skills and accelerate advancement in industry. The program is designed to be flexible so that candidates may concentrate on one or a combination of focus areas. These focus areas include biomechanics, design, energy, engineered materials, robotics, simulation and analysis, and spacecraft engineering (see also Aerospace Engineering M.Eng.).

The program’s flexibility allows students to build an individualized program of courses. Students are required to complete 30 credits of work at the graduate level.  Each student’s curriculum includes a major design project along with a combination of technical courses.  Students may also take one or two professional development courses to build complementary skills.

Design projects have a mechanical engineering design or application focus. The projects may arise from individual faculty and student interests or from collaboration with industry. All projects are done under the close supervision of a faculty member or industrial partner.

Focus Areas

  • design
  • energy
  • engineered materials
  • simulation and analysis

Contact Information

Website: https://www.mae.cornell.edu/mae/programs/graduate-programs/master-engineering-programs
Email: maemeng@cornell.edu
Phone: 607 255-0990

322A Upson Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY  14853

Concentrations by Subject

  • biomedical mechanics
  • dynamics and control
  • energy and sustainability
  • fluid dynamics
  • micro- and nanoscale engineering
  • solid mechanics and materials
  • thermal science

Tuition

The Bursar's office updates the tuition rate for M.Eng. degrees each academic year. M.Eng. degrees are considered Tier 1.

Application Requirements and Deadlines

Application Deadlines:

Fall, March 1; Spring, Nov. 1

Requirements Summary:

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or the physical sciences. 

  • Please review the requirements on the M.Eng. Programs Application Guide
  • M.Eng. applicants who are current Cornell undergraduate students should refer to https://www.mae.cornell.edu/mae/programs/master-engineering-programs/admissions-and-costs/admissions-cornell-students 
  • M.Eng. --for general questions regarding the M.Eng. application, email maemeng@cornell.edu or see the MAE M.Eng. home page

Learning Outcomes

  • Mastery and Application of Core Disciplinary Knowledge
  • Problem Formulation and Planning of the Solution Process
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Communication of Knowledge, Reasoning and Technical Results
  • Learning and Professional Development