3 Master’s Program Options | 2 Years to Complete | 1 Expansive Network of Blue Jays
Build the systems and devices that define our world
With a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Johns Hopkins University, you'll be prepared to create a better future by transforming your original ideas into life-changing solutions that make a real and positive impact on the world.
The MSE in Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins provides an expansive cross-disciplinary and enriching collaborative approach to education and research. You will have access to resources and expertise across the university, including the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Applied Physics Laboratory with the opportunity to gain invaluable work experience from one of our many industry partners, the federal government, or world-renowned research institutions.
Choose from 3 flexible degree completion options:
- Research-based: Complete 8 courses, conduct graduate research, and submit a master’s thesis
- Co-op and Internship: Take a combination of courses, a six-credit paid internship/research opportunity with a sponsoring company, and submit a research-based essay
- Courses-only: Complete 10 courses with intensive exposure to advanced topics in mechanical engineering; no master’s essay or thesis required
It’s your choice. You can be confident that whichever path you choose, you will be encouraged and supported in your exploration of innovative and unconventional ideas.
I’ve been well-prepared for any technical interview I’ve ever had, and I know that is due to the fact that professors in this department are truly dedicated to teaching and supporting their students. I also appreciated the sense of community with my peers. We try to help each other whenever possible. -Angela Grozos, '20
MSE Course Specialization Areas
No matter what path you choose, you have the option to concentrate your coursework in one or two fields or explore a variety of specializations.
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Aerospace Engineering
- Biomechanical Engineering
- Computational and Data Enabled Science
- Energy and Sustainability
- Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Science
- Mechanical Design
- Mechanics and Materials
- NanoScience and Technology
- Robotics, System Modeling, Dynamics, and Control
Opportunities Beyond Number
Mechanical engineering is one of the most diverse engineering disciplines offering an incredible amount of career opportunities at high salaries. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for mechanical engineers is nearly six figures. Imagine how much more is possible with a master’s degree. Guided by a dedicated career and professional development advisor, you will have the support you need to chart your career path. Possible careers include:
- Aerospace Engineer
- Biomedical Engineer
- Construction Engineer
- Project Manager
- Structural Engineer
- Technology Specialist
- Thermal Engineer
- Petroleum Engineer
- Technical Sales Engineer
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Opportunity Afforded
Pursuing a master’s degree is a big decision. That's why we offer fellowships to outstanding master’s applicants through the Department of Mechanical Engineering. All applicants are automatically considered for our fellowships and no additional material is required when you apply.
Make History with Johns Hopkins
As the first research university in the United States, Johns Hopkins has a long-standing tradition of bringing the world's brightest and most dedicated scholars, scientists, and innovators together to solve problems.
From the first supersonic ramjet engine to speech recognition software to cancer genome decoding, Johns Hopkins Engineering innovations contribute to the common good, and so can you.
Join us in this unwavering spirit of discovery with a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) in Mechanical Engineering.
