Learn more about BU’s Mechanical Engineering master’s program.
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Ready for a career in research or industry? BU’s MS in Mechanical Engineering program will get you there.
Designed for those who want advanced technical skills in specific areas of mechanical engineering, BU’s MS in Mechanical Engineering allows students to focus on a variety of disciplines, including controls, manufacturing, materials, thermofluids and solid mechanics, or customize their program, working with a faculty advisor to build a degree program to further their career goals.
Shape Your Program.
Amplify Your Degree.
#31 Best in Engineering Schools
If your future lies with mechanical engineering – whether it be related to robotics, satellites, sustainability, healthcare, manufacturing, or a technology still in development – BU’s Mechanical Engineering program can help make it happen.
The BU program is driven by your career goals and interests. You have the option to study full- or part-time, complete your degree in as little as one academic year, and finish with a research thesis or a project-based internship at a Boston-area industry.
At BU, we don’t just teach engineering—we empower engineers who will shape the future.
PROGRAMS
Which Master’s Degree Program is Right for You?
Wherever your passion lies, you’ll be ready to follow it with one of BU’s Master’s in Engineering programs.
MS in Mechanical Engineering
Engineered heart tissue. Driverless cars. Precision agriculture. Rockets. These advancements and countless others are part of the tidal wave of progress happening at the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
With a focus on interdisciplinary thinking, you’ll be at the forefront exploring new areas, such as nanotechnology, autonomous systems, additive manufacturing, sustainability and cube satellites. You’ll be constantly inspired by the best and brightest thinking as you meet the demands of an ever-changing world.
MS in Mechanical Engineering – Late Entry Accelerated Program (LEAP)
A customized master’s degree program for non-engineers.
Designed for individuals without engineering backgrounds who are seeking a new career in engineering.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
BU graduate programs in engineering are highly ranked.
Here are a few reasons why:
Flexible Start
Flexible Start
Start in fall—or spring. We offer full- or part-time options. Choose what works best for you.
Active Learning Environment
Active Learning Environment
Acquire critical engineering skills through theoretical and project-based coursework. Gain practical experience & prepare for an engineering career through internships during graduate study.
Affordability
Affordability
BU offers merit scholarships to help finance your degree.
Choose Engineering with Practice Designation
Choose Engineering with Practice Designation
Add the optional “with Engineering Practice” designation to your degree by completing an approved, six-month, internship in your field of study.
Academic Support
Academic Support
Your personal advisor will provide active career and academic counseling, ensuring you stay on track and reach your academic goals and career aspirations.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Design, prototype, and manufacture from the start at the Engineering Product Innovation Center—BU’s impressive 15,000-square-foot, multi-million dollar engineering and manufacturing design hub. You can even test your project in the motion capture cage at our newest makerspace, the Robotics & Autonomous Systems Teaching & Innovation Center.
Extensive Network
Extensive Network
Learn from faculty who have valuable contacts and connect with an alumni community with strong professional connections through events and professional networks.
Career Support & Professional Development
Career Support & Professional Development
Take advantage of the Engineering Career Office. With customized career prep, advising, and workshops, you’ll be ready for internships and permanent positions.
Engaged, connected faculty
Over the course of your Engineering program, you’ll work with highly qualified, world-class faculty who draw from active research and substantial professional achievements.
The Boston University reputation
When you have a degree from Boston University, that means something. Named to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), BU is one of the top research universities in the United States and Canada. And as a graduate, you’ll be able to take that name with you. Always.
A city unlike any other
When you go to Boston University, you study in a city that’s at the heart of engineering. Boston is home to hundreds of companies working on everything from large-scale manufacturing to in-home consumer devices. Boston ranks 3rd in the world for venture capital investment.
CAREER OUTLOOK
Mechanical Engineering Graduates Get Great Jobs
MS in Mechanical Engineering graduates have highly successful employment outcomes and land jobs in top companies around the country. Just take a look.
Recent graduates have established their careers at:
- Shark Ninja
- Greensight
- Tesla
- Draper Labs
- Raytheon
- Reebok
- Boston Scientific
- Amazon Robotics
- SpaceX
- SRAM
- Stryker
- General Electric
- Boeing Company
- Lincoln Labs
- Tektronix
- Electric Boat
Outlook:
Employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 11 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
As manufacturing processes incorporate more complex automation machinery, mechanical engineers are expected to be needed to help integrate this equipment into existing systems.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
The median annual wage for mechanical engineers was $99,510 in May 2023.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Join us at an Engineering Master’s Webinar
- Learn about the program and curriculum
- Hear about our admitted students
- Get details on academic support programs
- Find out about the outcomes our graduates experience
Next Session:
Thursday, April 10 at 5:00pm ET
The state-of-the-art facilities available to students at BU, like the Engineering Product Innovation Center, allowed me to build the technical skills and project experience I needed to secure my internship and ultimately my full-time position at ASML.”
John Griese, MS Mechanical Engineering ‘22