***The application deadline for fall semester admission is January 15.***

We require a completed application submitted by this date to be considered for the Fall semester.

Step 1. Complete the Graduate School Application On-Line

Step 2. Mail the following items to:

Mechanical & Nuclear Engineering Graduate Program
The Pennsylvania State University
127 Reber Building
University Park, PA 16802 USA

• Statement of purpose essay
• Application for graduate assistantship - PDF assistantship application form
  • Hard copy of form in PDF format (include in application package)
  • Electronic Form - if you also submit the electronic form, we shall notify you:
    • When application is complete, and
    • By March 15, about our decision on your application and assistantship.
• Three letters of recommendation - PDF recommendation form
  • Recommendation letters must be sent directly from your references to the address above
  • At least one letter of recommendation from your research advisor at your most recently attended institution.
• Official report of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores in the General Test.
  • Tests taken after October 1, 2002 are preferred.
  • GRE Institution code is 2660, Department code is 1502
• Two official transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended, both undergraduate and graduate
  • PDF transcript request form
  • Notarized copies are not sufficient
  • International applicants must submit official or attested university records, with certified translations if the records are not in English
• Official report of Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score from either the paper-based, computer-based, or internet-based test.
  • TOEFL is required for all applicants whose native language is not English
  • TOEFL institution code is 2660, Department code is 68
  • Text of spoken English (TSE) is strongly recommended
  • The following minimum TOEFL scores are required by the Graduate School:
    • Paper-based test: minimum score is 550
    • Computer-based test: minimum score is 213
    • Internet-based test: minimum combined score is 80 with a minimum score of 20 in the Speaking section (exception to this requirement will also be granted)
    • The IELTS test is an acceptable alternative exam to the TOEFL. A minimum composite score of 6.5 on the IELTS test is required for admission.
• Resume, if available.
• Copies of papers published, if applicable.
• Application for visa document - PDF visa application form
  • Required for all international applicants