Admissions

Thank you for your interest in UB's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering! Applying to one of our graduate programs is a simple process, and allows us to review your completed application quickly.

Why Choose MAE?

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    Highly collaborative environment
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    Our department is proud to be create a highly collaborative and cross-disciplinary research environment.

  • students who helped a disabled vet built a custom bike.
    Contribute to your community
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    Being in the "City of Good Neighbors", our department enthusiastically seeks to utilize our engineering skills to give back to our community.

  • Learn in top-notch research facilities
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    Our modern, well-equipped laboratories support department research activities and actively participate in the research programs of various research centers.

  • Learn from award winning faculty
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    Our department is home to 40 faculty members including 8 Society Fellows and 10 Young Investigator Award winners.

  • Conduct cutting-edge research
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    We engage in fundamental research and pioneer new technologies that address big challenges faced by society.  

  • Ensure a superior value
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    MAE, SEAS and UB all offer and provide prestigious scholarship opportunities. In addition, graduate funding is available to MS and PhD students.

  • Flexible coursework
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    Our department offers a flexible coursework plan to meet the needs of individual graduate students.

  • Join our talented and passionate student body
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    Our students continue to compete among the nation's best engineers, from landing prestigious internships, to winning engineering competitions.

  • students talking with Moog rep and UB Alum.
    Land a prestigious internship and make industry connections
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    With local, national, and global industry partners, UB offers students a multitude of resources to ensure they are ready for the workforce.

  • students presenting at the senior design expo.
    Have an impact on society
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    Whether you're interested in sustainability, medical devices, or cleaning up space junk, MAE can provide you with an opportunity to use your engineering skills to create a better world.

Degree Programs

We offer several graduate programs, each with different admissions requirements. Select your program of interest below to see specific requirements.

Application Materials

Admissions requirements vary by program. Be sure to visit your program of interest for specific admissions requirements. In general, applicants must provide the following:

General Application Deadlines

We accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, but recommend the following deadlines:

Fall Admission

  • December 1: Full consideration for funding/fellowships
  • December 15: Consideration for department funding
    April 15: Domestic applicants who are not requesting financial aid

Spring Admission

  • September 15: Full consideration for funding/fellowships
  • December 15: Self-funded applicants
Questions about your application?

If you have questions about admissions requirements or your online application, contact gradeng@buffalo.edu