Overview

Key facts

The PhD in Mechanical Engineering at University of Texas at Dallas requires 75 semester credit hours minimum beyond the baccalaureate degree.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program seek positions such as: Professor, Research Scientists at corporate or national laboratories, Research and Development Engineer for the design, manufacturing, control, and operation of components and systems in energy, health care, security and transportation and Consulting Engineer in the public and private sectors.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Computer Aided Design
Engineering Optimization
Materials Design and Manufacturing
Mechanics and Materials
Continuum Mechanics
Advanced Solid Mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

More details

Graduate Admission Application Deadlines:Fall Term – May 1Spring Term – October 1Summer Term – March 1

Language

English

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Credits

78 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Richardson, United States

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 114 other PhDs in Mechanical Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

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Other requirements

General requirements

Degree requirements: A master’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering or one of the natural sciences from an institution of higher education in the U.S. or from a comparable institution abroad.GPA: A grade point average (GPA) of 3.3 or better on a 4.0 point scale.Letters of recommendation: Three letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with the student’s record, and are able to judge the candidate’s preparation and ability to succeed in doctoral study in Mechanical Engineering.Resume required: YesAdmissions essay required: YesAn essay describing motivation for doctoral study and how it relates to the student’s professional goals.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22050 USD / year

≈ 22050 USD / year
Out-of-State

22050 USD / year

≈ 22050 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14944 USD / year

≈ 14944 USD / year

Living costs

Richardson

United States

1207 - 2237 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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