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Accelerated Graduate Pathway: Mechanical Engineering
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Accelerated Graduate Pathway: Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers an Accelerated Graduate Pathway (AGP), through which students can combine both undergraduate and graduate degree programs to earn their degrees more quickly.

The Accelerated Graduate Pathway: Mechanical Engineering program provides outstanding students the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in mechanical engineering while completing some courses toward a Master of Science in mechanical engineering.

Start with a Mechanical Engineering B.S. and Finish with a Master's Degree

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    Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's Degree

    As a Mechanical Engineering major, you’ll apply math, physics and chemistry to the design of mechanical components and systems through classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory work, and project design.

    Mechanical Engineering B.S.
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    Mechanical Engineering Master's Degree

    If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career that will allow you to create an impact that lasts a lifetime, OHIO’s Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering is right for you.

    Mechanical Engineering M.S.

How It Works

Through the Mechanical Engineering AGP, undergraduate students can earn up to 16 graduate credits while completing their undergraduate study. Of these credits, 9 will count toward their undergraduate degree and the non-thesis Master of Science in mechanical engineering degree simultaneously, allowing students to finish both degrees in five years (four years of undergraduate studies and one year of graduate study).

View Accelerated Graduate Pathway Requirements in the Academic Catalog

Example Outline

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering AGP 4+1 Program

AGP CreditsFall SemesterSpring Semester
Complete 9 graduate credits during undergraduate studies.Complete 10 graduate credits during fall semester of first year of graduate study.Complete 11 graduate credits during spring semester of first year of graduate study.
ME 5XXX (3 credits)ME 5800 (1 credit)ME 5800 (1 credit)
ME 5XXX (3 credits)ME 5/6XXX — Exp. Meth., Stats or Engr. Analysis (3 credits)ME 6020 (1 credit)
ME 5XXX (3 credits)ME 5XXX(3 credits)ME 6XXX (3 credits)
 ME 6940 (3 credits)ME/CE/CHE/EE/ISE 5XXX (3 credits)
  ME 6940 (3 credits)

 

Admissions Information

Students will be eligible to apply when they have earned or are in-process of completing 75 credit hours; students will be eligible to enroll in courses when they have earned or are in-process of completing 85 credit hours.

Application is limited to students who:

  1. Are in the Mechanical Engineering Major (B.S.).
  2. Have completed ME 3011, ME 3022, and MATH 3400.
  3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.25.
  4. Have a 3.25 GPA in all Engineering courses required of the Mechanical Engineering program.

  • Have Questions or Want More Information?

    If you have questions about the Mechanical Engineering AGP or would like to request more information, contact the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

    Email: megrad@ohio.edu 
    Phone: 740.593.1553