Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (PhD)
Cornell University · Ithaca, United States
About this programme
The field of theoretical and applied mechanics provides a strong background in engineering science and applied mathematics, which prepares students to carry out high-quality analytical or experimental research and to handle a wide variety of modern engineering problems. Coursework provides a broad education in the mechanics of rigid and deformable bodies, applied mathematics, and modern experimental techniques.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Tuition
- $20,800 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- Fall
Entry requirements
The field has students from a variety of academic and geographical backgrounds. Students are expected to have a background in physics, mathematics, or any branch of engineering. All Graduate School requirements , including the English language proficiency requirement for all applicants Three letters of recommendation Personal statement Academic statement of purpose Resume or CV Email questions regarding the Ph.D. application to maephd@cornell.edu or see the MAE Ph.D. homepage . Admissions
Visa
- Visa required
- F-1 Academic Student
- Application fee
- USD 185 (MRV application fee)
- Processing time
- 4 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (4)
- AAUW International FellowshipsFully funded · Deadline November each year
- Cornell Graduate School FellowshipsFully funded · Varies by program
- Fulbright Foreign Student ProgramFully funded · Varies by country, typically February-October
- Smithsonian Institution FellowshipsFully funded · Varies: most November