Programs in engineering mechanics offer comprehensive training in the principles of applied mathematics and continuum mechanics and in the application of these principles to the solution of engineering problems. Students may work on problems in such disciplines as systems analysis, acoustics, and stress analysis, and in fields as diverse as transportation, environmental, structural, nuclear, and aerospace engineering.
Course Information
University
Columbia University
School / College
School of Engineering and Applied Science
Course Duration
2 Years
Class Size
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University Ranking
2015 US News Rank : 14
Financials
Tuition Fees
$ 42,768.00 per year
Cost of Living
Scholarships
Federal Financial Aid for Graduate Students
U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply for loans available through the Federal Family Education Loan Program and work-study through the Federal Work-Study Program. A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and an Enrollment Status Sheet must be submitted to apply for federal aid.
Fellowships
Fellowships can open doors to opportunities that would otherwise seem beyond your reach. For this reason, many students apply for them, and most fellowships are prestigious and highly competitive.
Columbia Comprehensive Educational Financing Plan
Columbia University, in collaboration with a number of financial providers, has developed the Columbia Comprehensive Educational Financing Plan. The plan is a combination of federal, institutional, and private sources of funds that will meet the diverse needs of our student population, providing options to part-time, full-time, and international students.
Graduate Loan Request Form
If you apply for Federal or Private Loan(s), in addition to applying directly with the providers you must also complete a supplementary application and submit it to the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing.
Course Details
Course Structure
During the first year, the program will consist primarily of basic undergraduate courses; during the second year, of graduate courses in the selected field. The student must complete at least 30 credits of graduate study to qualify for the degree.
International Exchange & Double Degrees
There are several dual degree program run by Columbia University.
Internships
There are opportunities available for first and second year students, including some CU sponsored programs. Using general search engines will be a good starting point. It is also important to consider sources beyond on-campus recruiting for internship positions, such as volunteer and community activities, research for professors, and part-time positions.
Requirements
Research & Technical Papers
The research performed in our department is determined primarily by the interests of our faculty. All of our faculty are well known and respected by their peers for the high quality of their research.
Interdisciplinary Centers
The Institute of Flight Structures
The Institute of Flight Structures was established within the Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics through a grant from the Daniel and Florence Guggenheim Foundation. The institute provides graduate training in aerospace and aeronautical-related applications of structural analysis and design.
The National Center For Infrastructure Studies
The center resides in the Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics and provides a professional environment for faculty and students from various disciplines to focus on the massive problems of city, state, and regional infrastructure. Together with industry and government affiliates, it aims to put into practice the technological tools and knowledge bases that are needed to address infrastructure issues. The Center is active in major infrastructure projects through a consortium of universities and agencies.
Text / Exam Scores
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE General Test only) is required of all applicants. Students whose bachelor’s degree was not earned in a country where English is the dominant spoken language:
1. Are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
2. Are required to take Columbia’s American Language Program (ALP) English Placement Test (EPT) at orientation upon arrival.
Work Experience
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Recommendations
Three letters of recommendation (must be submitted online) are required.
Presentations/Group-Discussions/etc.
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Application Details
Universtiy Contact
Application Deadlines
Fall Admission – Feb. 15
Spring Admission – Oct. 1
Course Start Date
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Careers & Employment News
Employment Services
- $95 non-refundable application fee required. The application fee is paid online using a major credit card.
- Three recommendation letters
- Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test Scores
- Personal statement
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Click here to apply online.
If you are mailing your official transcripts yourself, include your full name as it appears on your application for admission, date of birth, academic program, and application term with your documents. Transcripts must be mailed to:
Office of Graduate Student Affairs
Columbia University
The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science
500 West 120th Steet, Rm. 254 Engineering Terrace, MC 4708
New York, NY 10027
Employment Stats
- Job Search Resources
- Academic Positions Available
- Industry Positions Available
Career Events
Each year, Central for career education hosts several career fairs, networking events and conferences in variety of Industries. These events provide students with opportunity to explore different fields of interest and make connections with employers and alumni.
Top Recruiters
- Abbott Laboratories
- Accenture
- Bayer
- Boston Scientific
- Cardinal Health
- Devicix
- Edwards Lifesciences
- Genentech
- Hygia Health Services
- Integra LifeSciences
- Jemo Spine, LLC
- Medtronic
- Osiris Therapeutics
- Philips
- Rock Island Arsenal
- Siemens
- US Navy
- Vida Diagnostics
Campus & Alumni Community
Columbia University is fortunate to have a vibrant alumni community who have been known to have interesting, accomplished, and varied careers. Direct relationships with alumni can provide students with opportunities to get advice and information, as well as to expand their network.
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How to Apply
- Under Graduate qualification in Engineering with GPA 3.5 is required for this course.
- $95 non-refundable application fee required. The application fee is paid online using a major credit card.
- Three recommendation letters
- Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test Scores(Scores are valid for 5 years)
- Personal statement
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae