Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering
The University of Alabama

Program Details

Enhance not only your career but also your mechanical engineering knowledge with an online mechanical engineering degree. This is a research-based, accredited doctoral degree.  

Complete the same premier degree online from which on-campus students benefit. You will listen to the same recorded lectures that traditional students listen to live. The only difference is you study where it is convenient without commuting to campus.

% Online

Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

The University of Alabama is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students), GRE

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • Requires a master’s degree in mechanical engineering
  • Test waiver for applicants with an ABET-accredited engineering degree or with 5+ years of field-related work experience
  • Exams must be proctored