Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering (Optional Co-op)

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Mechanical engineers apply the principles of motion, energy, and force to create mechanical solutions to technological problems, thereby realizing devices and systems that make life better. About one-fifth of all engineers practicing today are mechanical engineers. Their skills are used in research, development, design, testing, production, technical sales, technical management, as well as medicine, law, and business. Mechanical engineers are characterized by personal creativity, breadth of knowledge, and versatility. For these reasons they are found to function and thrive as valuable members and leaders of multidisciplinary teams. Mechanical engineers are employed in a wide range of industries; examples include agricultural/heavy equipment, biomedical, consulting, energy and power, manufacturing, product design and transportation.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

70%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

5.5

Writing

5.5

Listening

5.5

Speaking

5.5

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Iowa State University
Iowa State University

2433 Union Dr., Ames, Iowa, USA

Program Intakes

Open date

September 1, 2024

Submission deadline

March 1, 2025

Open date

September 21, 2024

Submission deadline

June 1, 2025

Open date

September 21, 2025

Submission deadline

November 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree

Program Length

$16529 USD

Cost of Living

$65 USD

Application fee

$29268 USD

Tution fee

Other Fees

Health Insurance Fee: $2460 per year (Student specific)
Books and Supplies Fee: $700 per year (Estimated)
Activity, Services, Building and Recreation Fee: $843 per year
Technology Fee: $600 per year
Health Fee: $302 per year