Master in Mechanical Engineering (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition for 2026-2027. Rates are subject to change..

This program prepares graduates to work as senior engineers and technical leaders in industries such as robotics, aerospace, and medical devices. Students complete either a research-based thesis or a practical project to apply advanced engineering knowledge. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning in areas like robotics, finite element analysis, and data science. Two pathways allow students to tailor their studies to research or industry-focused goals.

Focus areas include Robotics, Finite Element Analysis, Data Science for Engineering, Advanced Materials, Sustainable Design, Thermo-Fluid Systems.

The program requires 34 credits, with the first year shared across both options. The second year includes either 8 credits of thesis work or a capstone project, depending on the chosen pathway.

Graduates pursue roles such as Senior Engineer, Robotics Engineer, and Project Leader in industries including aerospace, manufacturing, and medical devices.

Applicants must submit official transcripts, a resume, a personal statement or interview, and one reference or letter of recommendation. No GRE is required, and there is no application fee.

The programme totals about 34 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically 2 years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 74% of applicants.

Health sciences learning, research and wellness come together at Merrimack through CHAMP, a hub for academics, research and community wellness. The College offers more than 130 undergraduate majors, minors, master’s degrees and specialized certificate programs. Students can follow a traditional academic route, combine majors, accelerate their studies or pursue dual-degree options. Programs span areas including education, English, sports management, marketing and entrepreneurship, creative arts, design and architecture, government, humanities and health sciences.

Practical preparation is central to the Merrimack experience. Students can take part in co-ops, internships, faculty-led travel and other real-world opportunities. Guaranteed co-ops are part of bachelor’s degrees in humanities, government, and creative arts and design. Graduate students can study online courses, pursue fellowships and work as teaching assistants. Recent academic activity includes songwriting and music production courses, education studies and research connected with wellness.

The campus community is home to the Merrimack Warriors and Division I athletics, with school spirit forming part of everyday campus life. Merrimack is located in North Andover, Massachusetts, and its wider setting includes nearby Andover, where Merrimack on Main is becoming a home for creative arts, design and architecture in a historic building. International students can consider undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing studies pathways, as well as faculty-led international experiences such as travel to Ireland and Northern Ireland.