Undergraduate Engineering & Computing
Mechanical Engineering B.S.E.
ABET-accredited engineering with a makerspace, a robotics lab and a co-op in Greater Boston industry.
- Credential
- B.S.E.
- Duration
- 4 years
- Credits
- 128
- Format
- On campus
- Tuition
- $58,400 /yr
- Next start
- Aug 30, 2027
- Apply by
- Jan 15, 2027
Program overview
What this program is about
Mechanical Engineering students design, build and test from the first year in the Innovation Lab, our 12,000-square-foot makerspace with CNC machines, 3D printers and a robotics bay.
The program is ABET-accredited. Every student completes a co-op, and senior design teams build working prototypes for industry sponsors.
Learning by doing
Every Campora program includes hands-on work outside the classroom — a co-op, a clinical placement, a residency, a studio project or faculty research. Boston is our campus: more than 600 employers and 30 hospitals are a short ride away.
- 95%employed or in grad school within six months
- $78,000median starting salary
- 24students in an average class
What you will learn
- Apply mechanics, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics
- Design with CAD and finite element analysis
- Prototype and test mechanical systems
- Program embedded controllers
- Lead an engineering design project
Curriculum
Your courses, term by term
128 credits across 8 terms. Course codes and credits as listed in the 2026–27 catalog.
Year 1 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 101 | Engineering Design I | 4 |
| WRT 101 | First-Year Writing Seminar | 4 |
| ME 111 | Calculus for Engineers | 4 |
| CAP 101 | Boston as Classroom (First-Year Seminar) | 4 |
Year 1 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 121 | Physics: Mechanics | 4 |
| MTH 140 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| ME 201 | Statics | 4 |
| PHL 110 | Ethics and Society | 4 |
Year 2 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 211 | Dynamics | 4 |
| HIS 120 | American Histories | 4 |
| ME 221 | Thermodynamics | 4 |
| COM 210 | Public Speaking | 4 |
Year 2 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 301 | Fluid Mechanics | 4 |
| ME 311 | Materials Science | 4 |
| ME 321 | Machine Design | 4 |
| ME 401 | Controls and Mechatronics | 4 |
Year 3 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 411 | Senior Design I | 4 |
| ME 421 | Senior Design II | 4 |
| ME 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Year 3 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ME 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Year 4 · Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ME 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
Year 4 · Spring 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
| ME 3xx | Major elective | 4 |
| ELE — | Free elective | 4 |
Concentrations
Shape the degree around your interests
- 01
Robotics
Mechatronics, controls and autonomous systems.
- 02
Energy Systems
Thermal-fluid and renewable energy design.
- 03
Biomechanics
Medical devices and human motion.
Career outcomes
Where graduates go
- Mechanical engineer $104,000
- Robotics engineer $118,000
- Design engineer $98,000
- Manufacturing engineer $96,000
Median annual pay in Massachusetts, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational data (2025), rounded.
Recent graduates work at
- Boston Dynamics
- iRobot
- GE Aerospace
- Raytheon
- Boston Scientific
- Tesla
Admissions
What you need to apply
- Campora online application or the Common App
- Official high school transcript (college transcripts for transfer students)
- One counselor or teacher recommendation
- Personal essay, 250–650 words
- SAT or ACT scores optional (test-optional)
Deadlines
- Early Action
- Nov 1, 2026
- Priority scholarship
- Dec 1, 2026
- Regular Decision
- Jan 15, 2027
- Transfer students
- Mar 1, 2027
Tuition & aid
Cost and how to pay for it
| Tuition2026–27, full time | $58,400 |
|---|---|
| Student activity & technology fee | $1,180 |
| Campus housingdouble room | $13,900 |
| Meal planunlimited | $6,800 |
| Books & suppliesestimate | $1,200 |
| Estimated total per year | $81,480 |
Scholarships for this program
- $24,000/yrPresidential ScholarshipGPA 3.8 or higher, renewable
- $18,000/yrDean’s ScholarshipGPA 3.5 or higher, renewable
- up to $30,000Commonwealth Grantneed-based, filed with the FAFSA
Faculty
Who teaches you
Our senior design robot is now on a factory floor in Lowell.
FAQ
Questions students ask
Is the program accredited?
Yes, by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
How long does the program take?
4 years of full-time study. Students who bring AP or transfer credit can finish sooner.
When can I start?
The next start date is August 29, 2027. Apply by January 14, 2027 for priority review.
Can international students apply?
Yes. Campora is approved to enroll F-1 students; our International Student Office helps with the I-20 and arrival.
How do I pay for it?
91% of students receive grants, scholarships or employer support. File the FAFSA and use the net price calculator on the Tuition & Aid page.
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