Mechanical Engineering (STEM)
at University of Louisville
A degree in Mechanical Engineering opens doors to evolving careers in materials, manufacturing, and research. You can literally build the future.
Course Overview
The Master of Science (MS) degree program is intended for persons having an accredited baccalaureate degree in mechanical engineering but is available to those with other backgrounds. Applicants with other backgrounds may need to take some undergraduate coursework to meet pre-requisites for graduate courses. Students interested in the MS degree program should consult the Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Louisville Campus Life
Kentucky’s top university, known across the U.S. for research, innovation, and big city opportunities in a welcoming, student-friendly community.
- State-of-the-art facilities
- Over 400+ student clubs and organisations
- Long-standing history, established in 1798
- With more that 128,000 square feet, the Student Recreation Center is one of the best student fitness centers in the country
Recognised by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research 1, Opportunity College and Community Engaged university.
University of Louisville
The University of Louisville is a top metropolitan university in Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city. It is home to three campuses and 12 schools and colleges. The University of Louisville is one of only 21 universities nationwide to earn both the Research 1 (R1) and Opportunity College & University (OCU) designations in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications.
Why choose the University of Louisville
Research and innovation leader
Recognised by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research 1, Opportunity College and Community Engaged university.
Public university in US
UofL also placed once again in the top 100 of public universities in the U.S. News & World Report for its 2025 Best Colleges.
Alumni network
Dynamically connected to the local and global community, boasting an impressive alumni network.
Entry Requirements for
Undergraduate
For Highschool: Diploma of State Maturity and Certificate of State Maturity (Transcript – 10, 11, and 12)
Minimum 2.5 GPA – High school GPA 6 out of 10
Graduate
Diplomë Bachelor
Minimum 2.5 GPA – 6/10
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) | Tuition Fees (2026-27) |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Direct Entry – $29,736 | Direct Entry – $29,736 |
| Graduate | Accounting and Analytics (MSAA) – $28,000 Business Analytics – $34,500 Engineering – $15,304 |
Engineering – $15,304 Accounting and Analytics (MSAA) – $28,000 Business Analytics – $34,500 |
| This is a list of estimated tuition at the University of Louisville (UofL). Official tuition will be updated annually and released in July. The amounts quoted here are for tuition only. Additional fees not shown here include international student, recreation fee, course specific fees, etc. | ||
Scholarships at University of Louisville
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
