4.3 (111) Read 110 reviews
Overview
The University at Buffalo SUNY - School of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering . Students will have the ability to pursue research and complete a dissertation of original research.
Overview
- Research-focused degree program
- Requires successful completion of 72 graduate credit hours
- Must maintain at least 3.0 GPA throughout program
- Key component is dissertation, features original research, typically 24 credit hours effort
- Major advisor plays important role throughout
- Nearly all PhD students receive a stipend (RA or TA), plus full tuition scholarship (see Financial Support page for details)
- Milestones: Qualifying Exam, Preliminary Exam, Dissertation Defense
- Full-time status: Requires nine credit hours per semester, plus RA or TA
- Program duration: Typically three plus years from BS degree
- Informal courses: Up to twelve credit hours are permitted
Get more details
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
The selection of the program of courses and the student's dissertation research are under the supervision of a PhD program committee chaired by the student's advisor.
Minimum Requirements
- At least 48 credit hours of graduate course work
- 12-24 credit hours of dissertation work, for a total of 72 credit hours
Check out the full curriculum
Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
- Starting
- Apply before , National
-
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
72 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Materials Science & Engineering Aerospace Engineering Mechatronics View 8 other PhDs in Mechatronics in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Application
- Transcripts
- GRE & TOEFL Scores
- Statement of Purpose Essay
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Online Recommendation Letters
- Application Fee
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
-
International
23100 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11550 USD per semester during 60 months. -
National
23100 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11550 USD per semester during 60 months. -
In-State
11310 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5655 USD per semester during 60 months.
Living costs for Buffalo
920 - 1560 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
In support of the University at Buffalo’s PhD Excellence Initiative, the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers competitive, elite fellowship packages designed to attract the best and brightest scholars in the world.
The Presidential Fellowship offers outstanding prospective graduate students an elite fellowship package to the top 10% incoming enrolled doctoral students each academic year. This competitive package pays a stipend of up to $43,000 USD per year for up to 4 years and includes summer support. This award also includes a full tuition waiver of $11,310 USD for New York State Residents and $23,100 USD for Non-Residents bringing the total package of support to $54,310-$66,100 dollars per year.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Double-check all fees
Visit official programme website
Check for any work restrictions
Visit official programme website Improve page content
Fresh content
Updated in the last 9 months
Check the official programme website for potential updates.