Prospective Students
Discover Mechanical Engineering (ME) at the University of Texas at Austin
Fall 2023 dates to be announced in August
Thank you for your interest in pursuing a graduate education in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. The Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering has a supportive community dedicated to finding solutions to help improve society and is committed to attracting more of the best and brightest students from diverse backgrounds.
We offer two graduate programs - in Mechanical Engineering and in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering — that provide fundamental depth with research-based education and training in a variety of fields. For questions regarding the graduate programs please visit our website.
Application Information for Discover ME for Prospective Graduate Students
Discover ME will provide a select group of prospective students with an opportunity to learn about the resources and opportunities available for ME graduate study at UT Austin. You will visit several research labs, interact with faculty members, and meet current ME graduate students. A complete schedule will be available on our website in August 2023. The event will be of free of charge for invited students.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Any prospective student interested in ME graduate study at UT Austin can apply to attend. Preference will be given to current undergraduate juniors and seniors from accredited universities and colleges in the U.S. who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Preference will also be given to those applicants interested in pursuing a Ph.D.
The event will be free of charge to all invited students. Airfare, accommodations, and meals will be provided.
A survey must be completed to apply. Deadlines for this survey will be posted in August 2023. Be prepared to submit the following information:
- A resume or CV
- A short statement on your interest in ME at UT Austin
- Any test scores (i.e. GRE, TOEFL/IELTS) - optional
An application is required as only a select number of students will be invited to attend. Please only submit one application. Multiple applications will not be considered.
Please include this information in your application.
While there is no dress code for the event, Discover ME involves many opportunities to meet with faculty. You may consider packing casual items for Thursday and Saturday and dressy casual items for Friday. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as UT is a big campus and you will move between multiple buildings and locations on all three days.
