Program Overview

Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics

Brown University’s one or two-year, on-campus master’s in mechanical engineering and applied mechanics immerses you in the science of motion, empowering you to design and analyze systems that transform our world.

The master's in mechanical engineering and applied mechanics offers unparalleled versatility, delving into a vast spectrum of systems spanning fluids and solids. Whether your ambitions lie in crafting high-precision nanomechanical machines or large-scale aerospace systems, you’ll forge a distinctive career path.

Program Details

• Part-time or full-time study
• Interdisciplinary coursework
• Research engagement and thesis completion
• Experiential learning experiences

The interdisciplinary curriculum seamlessly blends computational, analytical, and experimental methodologies. The program’s flexibility enables you to craft a unique learning experience that aligns with your interests through a broad range of topics:

• Acoustics
• Complex fluids
• Fundamental fluid dynamics and heat transfer
• Mechanics of cells and biological systems
• Micro- and nanoscale mechanics fluids and materials
• Mechanics of energy storage systems
• Micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS)
• Computational mechanics
• Soft matter
• Machine learning in mechanics

Application Information

Application Requirements

• GRE Subject: Not Required
• GRE General: Recommended
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for non-native English speakers
• Official Transcripts: Required
• Letters of Recommendations: Three (3) recommendations required
• Personal Statement: A 1,000-word personal statement
• Resume/CV: Required

Dates/Deadlines

• Priority Deadline: February 1, 2026
• Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
• 5th Year Deadline: May 1, 2026

Tuition and Funding

• Graduate Tuition & Fees: Please visit the Student Financial Services Office for up-to-date tuition rates
• The program offers limited need-based assistance in the form of tuition scholarships
• Brown University's Graduate Office of Financial Aid determines loan eligibility and offers counseling to help you determine if Brown can be an affordable financial investment for you

Completion Requirements

• Non-thesis: Students take a total of eight courses to satisfy the degree requirements
• Thesis: Students take a total of eight courses, including independent reading and research courses
• Professional: Non-thesis and thesis students can also complete the professional track, which includes a paid or unpaid experiential learning experience of three to six months

Alumni Outcomes

Our graduates are highly competitive in academic and industry markets. They are employed at various companies, including Amazon, Antra, Bloomberg, Citrix, Facebook, General Dynamics Electric Boat, Goldman Sachs, Google, Intel, Microsoft, etc.

Leadership

• Dean of Engineering: Tejal Desai
• Associate Dean of Educational Initiatives: Celinda Kofron
• Academic Director: William Curtin
• Academic Director: Daniel Harris

Resources

• Program Faculty
• Program Handbook
• Graduate Student Handbook