About PhD Program,\
Our Ph.D program creates a culture of scholarship and high-impact research, training articulate researchers who become leaders in both society and academia. The program balances challenging coursework with field-leading research and real-world impact.
Excellence: Consistently ranked among the top 5 mechanical engineering programs nationwide.
Breadth and Depth: More than 60 tenure-track faculty in research specialties that touch every aspect of mechanical engineering.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Applicants complete a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university accredited by a regional accrediting association; or complete an international degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree from a college or university recognized and approved by the Ministry of Education or Commission responsible for higher education in the country where the degree is earned. (see Required Academic Credentials from Non-U.S. Institutions)
Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency. Applicants are required to provide an official test score report. Photocopies and/or faxes of English proficiency scores will not be accepted. For more details see Test Scores.
Individuals applying for a duplicate degree are not eligible for enrollment. See the Admission and Matriculation Policy for eligibility.
PhD Funding Coverage,
The University of Michigan provides many sources of financial assistance to help students meet educational and living expenses. Whether you are a prospective student, a current student, a master’s or doctoral student, we want to make sure you know about the funding available for your graduate education.
The nature of funding varies widely. Opportunities highlighted here range from large competitive fellowships that pay tuition and stipends, to targeted grants that assist with foreign language study, dissertation research, and conference travel, to emergency grants and awards designed to help students manage student loan debt.
Rackham Graduate School administers two types of fellowships, grants, and scholarships. For those requiring a program nomination or allocation, the graduate program submits a nomination on behalf of the student for a competition or allocated award; students may not apply directly for these awards. For the second type, a program nomination is not required and students may apply directly. Please note that students who qualify for need-based financial aid (including the child care subsidy) and receive additional Rackham funding may be subject to a reduction in the original loan amounts or subsidy. Contact the U-M Office of Financial Aid for help evaluating your individual circumstances.
Application Requirement,
Changing Ann Arbor Campus Personal Information
Required Academic Credentials from Non-U.S. Institutions
Statements and Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Guidance and Policies Related to Use of GenAI for Rackham Applicants
Gender Inclusivity and the Rackham Admissions
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
- United States citizens and those with permanent resident visa status, $75
- Non-U.S. citizens, $90
- Current Rackham student (regardless of citizenship) $10
