The MS in Mechanical Engineering - Energy Conversion is part of the Sustainable Infrastructure Systems program which prepares students for immediate and effective participation in the modern infrastructure workforce through a common core that includes smart-system design for sustainable infrastructures, the societal and regulatory context of infrastructure engineering decisions, and construction management.
International Students: This program is eligible for the OPT STEM extension.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| SEMESTER | DEADLINE |
| Spring | September 1 |
| Fall | December 15 |
Visit our Ready to Apply page for more information
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants to the master's of science programs in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering - Energy Conversion are required to have a bachelor’s degree or be in the process of completing a bachelor's degree. Degrees in any engineering or engineering-related disciplines are frequently represented among our program applicants, including but not limited to the following:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Aeronautics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
Applicants without a Bachelor’s degree in the preferred majors listed above will only be considered with coursework and demonstrated proficiency in the acceptable courses listed below (or equivalent).
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| Computer |
| Engineering |
| Linear Systems |
| Physics |
Applications are reviewed holistically; simply taking these courses does not guarantee admission.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
The following materials are required to be included with your online application:
- Transcripts
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement
- Letter of Recommendation (Optional)
NOTE: The GRE is not required for 2025 applications.
The following link will take you to an overview of the tuition & fees for graduate engineering students, including payment information. Both on-campus and DEN@Viterbi students pay the same tuition
TUITION AND FEES OVERVIEW
Use the link below to download the Cost of Attendance to see a summary of tuition and fees by semester. The document is a typical example and the number of courses, and time to complete the program, will vary by student.
Estimated Cost of Attendance - 27 Unit Program
Alumni Employment - 2022*
(Companies & Job Titles)
* Information is based on a voluntary survey and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive view of the 2022 graduating class.
This program is also available online to professional engineers through DEN@Viterbi. Because the DEN@Viterbi program provides a fully equivalent academic experience, the degree a USC engineering student earns is the same whether they are on-campus or online.
If you are interested in beginning classes as a DEN@Viterbi student next semester, explore the requirements and steps to enrolling as a Limited Status Student.
Learn More About DEN@Viterbi
Detailed Program Curriculum and RequirementsSchedule of Classes
DEN@VITERBI ONLINE COURSE OFFERINGS
The following courses and program requirements serve as program planning for DEN@Viterbi students. Course offerings and availability are subject to change. Please consult with advisor if you have any questions.
| General Requirements for Graduation Without Thesis |
| Applied Math Requirement |
| Select one course - 4 units total |
| AME 525 | Engineering Analysis (4 units) |
| AME 526 | Partial Differential Equations for Engineering Applications (4 units) |
| Core Requirements |
| 3 courses, 10 units |
| AME 513a | Fundamentals and Applications of Combustion (4 units) |
| AME 577 | Survey of Energy and Power for a Sustainable Future (3 units) |
| AME 578 | Modern Alternative Energy Conversion Devices (3 units) |
| Core Electives |
| 2 courses, 7-8 units |
| AME 436 | Energy and Propulsion (3 units) |
| AME 513b | Fundamentals and Applications of Combustion (4 units) |
| AME 515 | Advanced Heat and Mass Diffusion (4 units) |
| AME 516 | Convection Processes (3 units) |
| AME 530a | Dynamics of Incompressible Fluids (4 units) |
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