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The world needs flexible problem-solvers who know how natural elements work in our world — like heat and cold; fluids, solids and gases; metals, plastics and even human tissue — and how to control the stresses, motions and designs of those elements. With a master’s degree or certificate in mechanical engineering from UW–Madison, you’ll be well-positioned to formulate, analyze and improve these mechanical systems, creating a better world for all of us.

  • Learn on campus or entirely online — our programs are offered in flexible formats for students at every stage of their career
  • Stand out with an advanced degree from one of the country’s top graduate engineering programs
  • Earn more with your advanced degree — engineers with master’s degrees earn an average of 22 percent more than engineers with bachelor’s degrees*

The University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering’s graduate programs are top-ranked among U.S. public universities by U.S. News & World Report

Explore Mechanical Engineering Programs at UW–Madison

Master’s degree

Mechanical Engineering: Accelerated Program MS

Fast-track your mechanical engineering career. Through this intensive program you’ll learn about core areas such as: Biomechanics, computation and data-driven engineering, energy systems, advanced manufacturing, mechanics, and robotics, controls and sensing.

Spring 2026

Deadline: 09/01/25

Tuition

$1,200 per credit

Credits

30 graduate credits

Modality

Accelerated, Face-to-face

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Master’s degree

Mechanical Engineering: Modeling & Simulation in Mechanical Engineering MS

Master the art of virtual engineering with the Mechanical Engineering: Modeling & Simulation in Mechanical Engineering MS program. You’ll be equipped with advanced computational tools for simulating robot motion, heat transfer, fluid dynamics and other areas of interest to mechanical engineers.

Spring 2026

Deadline: 09/01/25

Tuition

$1,200 per credit

Credits

30 graduate credits

Modality

Accelerated, Face-to-face

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Master’s degree

Engineering Mechanics: Aerospace Engineering MS

Advance your career in aerospace engineering with the Engineering Mechanics: Aerospace Engineering MS program. Through coursework and projects, you’ll gain expertise to push innovation in the aerospace industry.

Spring 2026

Deadline: 09/01/25

Tuition

$1,200 per credit

Credits

30 graduate credits

Modality

Accelerated, Face-to-face

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Capstone certificate

Powertrain Electrification Capstone

Immerse yourself in the future of transportation with the Powertrain Electrification Capstone program. You’ll learn through a combination of lectures and hands-on projects where you’ll gain expertise in designing, modeling and controlling electric vehicle powertrains and battery systems.

Spring 2025

Deadline: 01/15/25

Tuition

$1,300 per credit

Credits

9 graduate-level credits

Modality

Online

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Master’s degree

Engineering Management MS

Lead with technical expertise through the Engineering Management MS program. You’ll develop expertise in project management, hone your negotiation skills, and gain a strong foundation in engineering law and ethics to become a well-rounded engineering leader.

Summer 2025

Deadline: 05/01/25

Tuition

$1,300 per credit

Credits

30 graduate credits

Modality

Online

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Master’s degree

Engineering: Engineering Data Analytics MEng

Translate data into action with the Engineering: Engineering Data Analytics MEng program. You’ll learn to manage and analyze data using industry-standard tools while developing the technical and project management skills to make data-driven decisions that optimize engineering projects.

Summer 2025

Deadline: 05/01/25

Tuition

$1,300 per credit

Credits

30 graduate credits

Modality

Online

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Explore other engineering programs

Because the program is course-based it’s much more customizable to my interests. I’m not required to focus on a particular element of engineering, instead I can take any course that interests me or is useful for my career.

Alexis Oxborough

Lexi Oxborough

Mechanical Engineering: Accelerated Program MS
Professor Barry Van Veen helping his students with their work.

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At UW–Madison, we help you find the path to a better life, for you and for the people around you. Whatever your dream, UW–Madison is a catalyst for the extraordinary. That’s because we want you to move the world forward.

*UW–Madison Academic Planning and Institutional Research Dataviz (in partnership with the U.S. Census Bureau and the Institute for Research on Innovation and Science.) Percent increase identified by comparing median salaries of engineering bachelor’s and master’s graduates one year after college.