Doctor of Philososphy [Ph.D] Mechanical Engineering
Degree programs offered include the Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Contact the Department of Mechanical Engineering for specific areas of research.
The mission of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is to provide high-quality engineering education at the Bachelor's, Master's and PhD levels, appropriate to the discipline and consistent with our status as a first-rate research university.
Here in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University at Buffalo, we realize that mechanical and aerospace engineers have the opportunity to change the world and solve many of the technical, environmental, and societal problems around facing humanity. We are preparing the next generation of mechanical and aerospace engineers by offering a range of excellent programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $32160 | $32160 | $32160 | $32160 |
| Other Fees | $3520 | $3520 | $3520 | $3520 |
| Total Fees | $35680 | $35680 | $35680 | $35680 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 309 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 50 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Requirements:
- A bachelor degree or masters degree
- Official transcripts of all previous education
- GRE scores are required
- Letters of recommendations
- A personal statement highlighting past experience, achievements etc
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum 550 for PBT; 79 for IBT; 8.5 for Essentials
- IELTS: Minimum 6.5
- Duolingo: Minimum 120
- Cambridge English: Minimum 185 in either advanced or proficient