Prospective students should obtain a copy of the Mechanical Engineering Admission Guide that contains more details regarding admission, and the Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Advising Guide that contains a curriculum flow chart and information on scholarships, scheduling, and the continuation policy. Admission to the department is by application. A diverse student body adds an important element to the education of all students in the program. All students who meet the minimum admission requirements will be considered for admission. Admission to the department is competitive, and completion of the requirements does not guarantee admission.
All applicants have the right to petition and appeal the decision of the department.
Both regular admission and early admission are offered. Application for early admission is suggested for honor program students and those on the Dean's List. Both regular admission and early admission require a minimum grade of 2.0 in each prerequisite course as well as an overall minimum GPA of 2.50 in the prerequisite classes. The application deadlines are July 1 for autumn quarter and February 1 for spring quarter admission. The application deadline is July 1 for autumn quarter admission only.