Washington University in St. Louis Fully Funded PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD @Washington University in St. Louis posted 1 week ago

Job Description

Washington University in St. Louis offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Mechanical Engineering through the McKelvey School of Engineering’s Department of Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science (MEMS). This program is designed to provide comprehensive support and training for students pursuing advanced research in mechanical and materials engineering.

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

  • Department: Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science (MEMS)

  • Program Duration: Typically 4–6 years

  • Credit Requirements: 72 credit hours, including 36–48 units of coursework and 24–36 units of research

  • Seminar Requirement: Enrollment in MEMS 501 Graduate Seminar each semester

  • GPA Requirement: Maintain an overall grade-point average of 3.00 or better

Funding and Financial Support

All full-time Ph.D. students in the MEMS department receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:

  • Tuition Remission: Full coverage of tuition fees

  • Health Insurance: Full health fee remission

  • Stipend: A generous monthly stipend to cover living expenses

  • Funding Duration: Most offers of financial support are guaranteed for up to six years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress

Additionally, students may be eligible for prestigious fellowships such as:

  • The Ann W. and Spencer T. Olin – Chancellor’s Fellowship

  • McDonnell International Scholars Academy
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Research Opportunities

Ph.D. students in the MEMS department have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research across various areas, including:​Home

  • Biomechanics and bioengineering

  • Computational modeling and simulation

  • Nanotechnology and materials science

  • Thermal-fluid systems

  • Robotics and control systems

  • Smart materials and structures

Students work closely with faculty members and have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities to support their research endeavors.​

Admission Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • Educational Background: A strong academic record in mechanical engineering or a closely related field

  • Application Materials: Official transcripts, letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, and a writing sample

  • Standardized Tests: GRE scores are optional

  • English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants from non-English-speaking countries

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