Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Learn how to design, develop and maintain systems with moving parts.
"Why Ole Miss Mechanical Engineering? I met the faculty and some of the staff and they were just wonderful.'
Stephanie Handford
Mechanical engineering student from Waukesha, WI
About this program
Mechanical engineers design cars and aircraft, build robots used in manufacturing, research new ways of producing energy, design biologically inspired engineering systems and manipulate nanomaterials to make structures stronger.
With a mechanical engineering degree from Ole Miss, you can work in almost any industry. That could be automotive, aerospace, construction, manufacturing, energy production and conservation, environmental and other fields. Or you could pursue a career in law, medicine and finance.
The perks of a mechanical engineering degree
Wide-ranging courses – you’ll learn about thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, materials, design, mechatronics, robotics, laboratory diagnostics and more.
State-of-the-art computer laboratories in our newly constructed and renovated space.
Engaged students – who participate, and win, design competitions sponsored by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Undergraduate research – you can pursue work in your area of interest, leading towards publication and conference presentations.
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Program Information
Program Type
Major
Area of Study
Engineering
School
Duration
4 years
Degree
B.S.M.E. in Mechanical Engineering
Program Location
Emphases
Standard track, Manufacturing
Required Credit Hours
128
Beyond the classroom
Co-ops and internships
Work for a semester or the summer in a company or lab to see what engineers do.
Research
Help our professors in their research efforts – using nano-technology, 3D printing, nature-inspired materials, our blast lab and more.
Student organizations and activities
Join an engineering club, learn about the field in the American Society for Mechanical Engineers or help with conferences
Photo: Students went to the Puzzle X conference in Barcelona, helping Ole Miss faculty highlight their work with graphene.
Next Steps
Explore Affordability
We have a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help make college more affordable for you and your family.
Apply to the University of Mississippi
Are you ready to take the next step toward building your legacy?