Applicants should hold a recognised Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech or B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field such as physics or applied mathematics. Acceptable if foundational engineering coursework is included. While not explicitly stated, successful applicants typically have a cumulative GPA of ≥ 3.3/4.0. Clemson’s combined B.S./M.S. program requires a minimum 3.4/4.0 at junior year.