Mechanical Engineering students are eligible for a number of grants, fellowships, and assistantships provided by the federal government, industry and Penn State. For your convenience, we have compiled a list of some of the most prestigious fellowships that are offered in the nation. The University welcomes external fellowships. Should you be selected for one of these awards, it would strengthen your graduate application with our program as the department looks quite favorably on these awards.

The department also awards a number of teaching and research assistantships to qualified students.  Competition for support is extremely keen; However, outstanding students are considered for attractive additional offers of support, including fellowships specifically for new students in the College of Engineering. You must complete the M.E. Application for Graduate Assistantship to be considered for any financial support from the Department or College. To receive full consideration for financial aid, all application materials should be submitted by January 15.