Overview

This Department of Mechanical Engineering PhD program from University of Tulsa faculty helps students investigate the advanced principles and applications of mechanical engineering for graduate school preparation, careers in academia or industry jobs. These programs enhance students’ professional skills through a deeper understanding of mechanical engineering principles and applications.

Mechanical engineers have played a central role in the technological development of Western civilization by creating and improving a wide variety of machines and systems used by industry and the general public. These professionals combine theory and practice to design and fabricate mechanical and thermal equipment such as tools, engines and machines.

Career opportunities:

Automotive engineer
Burns & McDonnell
Cryogenics engineer
Fluid mechanics engineer
Manufacturing engineer
Power generation engineer

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-20 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-16 00:00:00

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Applications for most graduate programs are reviewed on a rolling basis. Admission is offered for the fall, spring and summer semesters.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 116 other PhDs in Mechanical Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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TOEFL^® IBT

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105

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed Graduate School application
Statement of Purpose (admission essay)
2 – 3 letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your academic potential.
Official or unofficial transcripts from all universities attended
GRE General Test results
$60 application fee
International students who studied at a university outside of the U.S. will also need to submit TOEFL or IELTS results

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Tuition Fee

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International

26532 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1474 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

26532 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1474 USD per credit during 48 months.
In-State

26532 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1474 USD per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for Tulsa

933 - 1447 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Tulsa

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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