Career and Academic Opportunities

The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering is a natural follower of the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. This accelerated pathway will give students a unique preparation for advanced positions, such as project manager, engineering manager, senior engineer, etc. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, salaries for individuals holding a mechanical engineering master’s degree are 9 to 13 percent higher than the average salary for mechanical engineers with only a bachelor’s degree.

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Admission Requirements

  • ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ GPA of at least 3.20
  • 60 hours completed towards a bachelor's degree
  • 12 hours completed in residence at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½

Pathway of Study

Suggested Timeline

ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ to Double Owl early in Junior year. ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ to Graduate Program in Senior Year by posted graduate program deadline. Students can be identified in Sophomore year and early Junior year (i.e., once students meet -- or are close to meeting --- credit hour and other requirements).

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Contact Information

Undergraduate Information

Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Department / College
Mechanical Engineering / Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Q Building, Room Q140

Advising Contact
Catharine Groover, Academic Advisor
cgroove6@kennesaw.edu
470-578-3138

Graduate Information

Undergraduate Degree
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Department / College
Mechanical Engineering / Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Q Building, Room 127

Advising Contact
Dr. Valmiki Sooklal, Assistant Department Chair
vsooklal@kennesaw.edu
470-578-3864