17:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
R1 Ranked
NDSU is a nationally top-ranked research university
94%
Recent graduates employed or continuing education
#1
North Dakota University with the Best Student Life
NDSU’s mechanical engineering degree program prepares you to excel in one of the most versatile and in-demand engineering fields. Throughout the program you’ll gain a comprehensive education, combining foundational knowledge with hands-on experience in areas such as alternative energy, fluid dynamics and nanotechnology. With a curriculum tailored for flexibility and specialization, you can also enhance your expertise through minors in robotics, biomedical engineering and coatings and polymeric materials. Guided by expert faculty and supported by extensive research opportunities, graduates have gone on to industries across the globe, securing positions at leading companies like Boeing, John Deere, 3M, Polaris and more.
Post-Graduation Career Snapshot
High Demand Occupations
- Mechanical Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Facilities Engineer
- Test Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
National Median Salary
Future Career Pathways
- Principal Mechanical Engineer
- Lead Mechanical Engineer
- Robotics Engineer
Capture the Moment at NDSU
Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Cooperative Education Program
Participate in the Cooperative Education Program, which consists of one or more four-month sessions of work experience after completion of the sophomore year to gain access to hands-on opportunities not available in the classroom. Participation also makes you more marketable to employers after graduation.
Rewarding Research
Work closely with faculty engaged in cutting-edge research projects in materials science, advanced energy technologies, computational and experimental fluid dynamics, biomedical engineering and autonomous systems, among other areas.
Work in the Best Facilities
Learn in the best laboratories and classrooms that are well-suited and equipped for teaching and research, including the Richard Offerdahl ‘65 Engineering Complex. Set to be completed in 2026, the new facility will provide state-of-the-art spaces that emphasize teamwork, communication and interdisciplinary learning.
Accelerated Master’s Option Available
High-achieving undergraduates can complete both their bachelor's degree and a Master of Science in mechanical engineering in five years.
Tuition & Costs
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.
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