There are several graduate opportunities in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Iowa College of Engineering. The Mechanical Engineering (ME) graduate program within the College of Engineering at the University of Iowa emphasizes in-depth learning and research.
Graduate Engineering Degrees
- Master of Science with thesis
- Master of Science non-thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy
Why Iowa?
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Student Organizations
The College of Engineering is home to dozens of student organizations and clubs. There are clubs for every interest, whether it be a hobby or a professional subject. Below are some student organizations. Additional College of Engineering organizations can be found here.
- American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- Iowa Marine Autonomous Racing Club (IMARC)
Multi-Ethnic Engineering and Science Association (MESA)
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG)
GPSG is the Graduate and Professional Student Government at the University of Iowa. GPSG represents UI's nearly 10,000 graduate and professional students and advocate on their behalf to university administrators, the Board of Regents, and state and federal legislators. Their mission is improve the experience of graduate and professional students at the University of Iowa. GPSG is a representative democracy, with delegates elected from all graduate and professional students at the University of Iowa. GPSG acts like an umbrella organization to GSS.
GSS is comprised of grad students, for grad students. The Senate works in association with the Graduate College and is the primary representative, administrative, and service organization for the graduate students at the University of Iowa. It assists in the administration of resources designated to graduate students, and works to establish and maintain programs and activities of interests to graduate students. GSS aims to be the voice of graduate students. A senator from your department is the easiest way to be sure the voice of graduate students in your department is heard.
Current Graduate Student Resources
Academic Calendars - academic deadlines, five-year academic calendar, religious holidays/interfaith calendar
Dissertation Support Group - offered through the University Counseling Service
Ethnic Inclusion - opportunities through the College of Engineering Diversity Office
Graduate College Manual - rules and regulations of the Graduate College
Graduate Student Senate - giving a voice in the dialog with university administration, opportunities for professional development, outreach, and social events
Graduate & Professional Organizations - access restricted to currently registered students and login required
Graduate Student Life - connecting you with key services on campus
Professional Development - Resources from the Graduate College offering students opportunities around eight core competencies—Communication, Research and Publication, Diversity, Funding, Teaching, Leadership, Careers, and Wellness
Researcher Handbook - an electronic guide to assist all researcher navigating the complex research environment
Responsible Conduct of Research - a required course for all current graduate students
Thesis and Dissertation - submission details from the Graduate College - includes completion steps, deadlines, support and assistance, graduation, and upcoming thesis defenses
How to Apply
You must first meet the Graduate College requirements, and then additionally the requirements of the department for which you are applying. Apply Online, the $60 application fee ($100 for international students) is payable by Discover, MasterCard, or Visa. Learn more details here.