Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics

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From first-year design projects to groundbreaking doctoral research, our programs equip you to engineer bold solutions and lead innovation across disciplines.

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Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE)

This program fuses rigorous theoretical foundations with immersive, real-world lab work and interactive, design-centered projects. From day one, you’ll collaborate in cutting-edge facilities by solving authentic engineering challenges that bridge classroom concepts with industry and research applications. Customize your path by choosing one of three concentrations to develop the specialized skills that will propel you into careers at the forefront of innovation.

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I have questions about the MEAM program. Who should I speak to?
You can contact our Academic Coordinator for Undergraduate Programs, Katie Knorr at kknorr@seas.upenn.edu.

Where can I find the complete description of academic rules and regulations for Penn Engineering?
The complete Penn Engineering Undergraduate Student Handbook can be found online.

Can I do a dual degree or minor in MEAM?
The MEAM department offers a variety of program options.

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Master of Science in Engineering (MSE)

The MEAM MSE program is a course-based program that provides a dynamic and interdisciplinary curriculum designed to shape the next generation of leaders in technology and innovation. You’ll gain hands-on experience in the course and can engage in cutting-edge research.  The program allows for customization, enabling students to focus on specialized topics under the guidance of academic advisors. Through research you can collaborate with faculty from multiple departments, including from across Penn Engineering, as well as other schools in the University of Pennsylvania.

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  • An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or adjacent areas (e.g. Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials Science and Engineering, Energy Engineering)
  • Students with other engineering degrees or physics are welcome to apply, provided they have the necessary background to study mechanical engineering at the graduate level. Students should have taken courses in the following areas:
    • Math (calculus, linear algebra, differential equations)
    • Physics, at least to a sophomore level
    • Some mechanical engineering coursework, such as thermodynamics, solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, etc.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

This program offers a rigorous and immersive research experience designed to cultivate future leaders in academia, industry, and government. Administered by the Graduate Group in MEAM, the program provides a tailored curriculum that supports individual interests and promotes deep exploration of complex engineering challenges. You’ll work closely with faculty advisors and a dedicated thesis committee to shape a personalized path of study, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and hands-on research.

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Get in Touch

Katie Knorr, M.S.Ed.

Academic Coordinator for Undergraduate Programs
kknorr@seas.upenn.edu

Contact For: Undergraduate Program

Byron Lee, Ph.D.

Graduate Program Coordinator
byronlee@upenn.edu

Contact For: Master’s Program

Peter Litt

Assistant Director of Graduate Programs
peterlit@seas.upenn.edu

Contact For: Ph.D. Program

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Undergraduate Students

192

Master’s Students

85

Ph.D. Students