Raleigh,
NC,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Mechanical Engineering - Improving Energy and the Environment in Raleigh United States | North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University
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Raleigh United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,433
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Philosophy program attracts exceptional students passionate about self-directed learning and investigative work. This advanced degree builds upon master's-level studies, requiring rigorous coursework, comprehensive written and oral qualifying exams, extensive research, a scholarly dissertation, and a final oral presentation defending the findings. North Carolina State University's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) in Raleigh stands as the most extensive in the state and ranks among the nation's largest and most distinguished programs. The department provides undergraduate (BS), graduate (MS), and doctoral (PhD) degrees in both Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aerospace Engineering (AE), along with combined accelerated BS/MS options for both disciplines.
Our research focuses on developing sustainable energy solutions, including wind and marine energy capture, while enhancing the efficiency of current energy systems like solar power and combustion technologies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Unofficial transcript(s) from all universities and institutions at which you took a course that counted toward your current degree. Doctoral degree applicants require a minimum GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, Your resume or CV should be electronically attached to your application we do not accept mailed or emailed copies of these documents. Once you attach your resume or CV, you will be unable to add a newer or updated copy. We will only consider the resume or CV that is included with your application. The Personal Statement must be written by you. There are no strict guidelines for this, and there is no minimum or maximum word count requirement. It is up to you what you write. We suggest that it cover your engineering interests, academic and research experience, graduate school plans, and post-graduation plans. GRE test scores are required of all on-campus applicants Three (3) Letters of Recommendation TOEFL the Graduate School requires a minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the internet-based test, with at least a score of 18 on each part. IELTS the Graduate School requires a minimum score of 6.5 on each section. , Toefl paper-based test requires a score of 550 or higher (with scores of 50 on at least two of the three sections and no section score below 45).
Tuition
USD
29,433