Bachelor’s & GPA : A 4-year bachelor’s in engineering, physical sciences, or mathematics is required, ideally in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
Minimum UG GPA: 3.0/4.0 for regular admission; competitive applicants typically have ≥ 3.4/4.0.
Core Prerequisite Subjects : Calculus (I–III) & Differential Equations
Linear Algebra
Two semesters of calculus-based Physics (Mechanics & Electromagnetism)
Two semesters of upper-division engineering or physics courses (e.g., solid mechanics, fluid mechanics)
Strength of Materials
Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, plus computational methods/software
