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Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering Southern Illinois University Carbondale Southern Illinois University Carbondale, USA

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USD 25566

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 65

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48 Month

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Our doctoral program offers a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. This course of study is designed to prepare students for top-tier research and other professional roles in rapidly evolving interdisciplinary field. Students work and learn from cutting-edge research by renowned faculty and through state-of-the-art labs and facilities on campus. Topics include advanced friction studies, mechanics, biomechanics, thermal and fluid experimental reactive and non-reactive processes, imaging and non-destructive analysis, and unconventional gas recovery and processing.

With a strong emphasis on research and advanced preparation, this degree will equip you with the ability to excel in a rapidly evolving field.

Research

The doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering at SIUC offers six fields of study aligned with the School's core expertise:

  1. Mechanical Systems and Design: Dynamics, vibrations, mechanical systems control, computational modeling and simulations.
  2. Advanced Manufacturing: Additive manufacturing of metals, rigid, and soft polymers for building complex components layer by layer, enabling both strong and flexible designs for engineering applications.
  3. Energy and Fluid/Thermal Systems: Fluid mechanics, thermal science, thermal systems design, combustion, transportation power systems, mass and heat transfer, computational modeling and simulations.
  4. Material and Chemical Systems: Thermo-mechanical materials processing, composite materials, ceramics, tribology, micro and nano-technology, catalysis, chemical and biochemical processes, energy conversion systems, computational modeling and simulations.
  5. Biomechanics: Explores how living cells detect and react to mechanical forces, a process called mechanotransduction, which plays a crucial role in both disease and development.
  6. Aerospace Engineering: Investigation of dynamics, controls, guidance, navigation, and estimation of flying objects to ensure their safe integration into airspace.
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Additional Information

Program Level Doctoral Degree(Ph.D,M.D)

College/University Processing Time 28 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2027

Closed

Jan 2026, Aug 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    64 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    300 Gre Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    25566

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 65

    Application Fee
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    16165 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Financial assistance Most of our scholarships are available to apply after the first academic year is completed. We do offer the High Achiever's Alternate Tuition Rate (ATR) to qualifying students to receive a nearly $12,000 tuition discount. Funding and aid information may be found online here: https://cie.siu.edu/international-students/prospective-students/financial-assistance.php qualifying students to receive a nearly $12,000 tuition discount

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