Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced engineering research in microfluidics, autonomous robotics, additive metal manufacturing, vibro-acoustic structural monitoring, and sustainable thermal energy systems.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: BS or MS in mechanical or aerospace engineering with min. 3.2 GPA
English language proficiency: TOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): GRE quantitative score >= 156
Thesis / Research statement: Doctoral research statement
Recommendation letters: Three academic recommendations

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: CEET Doctoral Research Assistantships with $24,000 annual stipend and full tuition waiver
Application fee: $60
Tuition / joining costs: $0 (Doctoral fellow funded)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Northern Illinois University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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