Undergraduate Programs

Empowering creativity

to build mechanical solutions

for a better world.

Creating practical mechanical innovations

for lasting impact.

Mechanical engineering offers a hands-on, immersive experience where you’ll learn to turn ideas into reality. As a future mechanical engineer, you’ll design, build, and test innovative solutions that drive progress in industries like energy, aerospace, robotics and healthcare. From creating sustainable technologies to improving everyday systems, mechanical engineering empowers you to make a tangible impact on the world. Explore the possibilities and discover how your creativity and curiosity can shape a better future.

Undergraduate Degrees and Concentration Areas

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

The bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering offers a 127-credit curriculum that combines classroom learning with engineering practice. A broad spectrum of coursework is available for learning the fundamentals of engineering science, analysis, and design. State-of-the-art labs provide unmatched, hands-on experience to students through design and research projects.

B.S. Biomedical Engineering + Mechanical Engineering
(Dual Bachelor of Science)

The dual bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering and mechanical engineering draws students interested in applying mechanical engineering principles to biological systems. In this 156-credit program, students analyze and design devices such as exercise equipment, prosthetic limbs, and exoskeletons that work outside the body to enhance functionality of the body externally; or work with orthopaedic implants or biocompatible materials that work inside the body to enhance or replace bone or soft tissues.

Aerospace Engineering Concentration

The Aerospace Engineering Concentration allows students to explore advancements in flight and space exploration, including quieter, efficient aircraft, sustainable fuels, and electric propulsion systems for future space missions. With partnerships across government and industry, students gain relevant skills to tackle real-world challenges. To earn the concentration, students complete 12 credit hours (four approved technical electives), which count toward the 127-credit degree requirement if other technical electives are not already fulfilled.

Accelerated Programs

Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) B.S. – M.S.

Students with strong scholarly and/or research interests may apply for admission to a combined bachelor’s and master’s degree program to begin their graduate program during their senior year of undergraduate study. Advisors will help students identify which technical electives will count toward both of their degrees. Up to nine credits of 500-level courses may be double-counted for the B.S. and M.S. programs.

B.S. Mechanical Engineering + Organizational Leadership Certificate

Students with strong interest in business may obtain a graduate certificate in organizational leadership from the College of Business at minimal cost. Students who complete this will be guaranteed admission to the CSU master’s in business administration program and will receive a 10% discount on remaining MBA tuition as fees as an alumnus. Nine credits of 500 or 600 courses will count toward both the certificate and the MBA degree. Advisors in the College of Business will help students identify which courses will count toward both the graduate certificate and the MBA.

Engineer a World of Difference

CSU Mechanical Engineering offers students the freedom to create their own path to success. From building community in the first-year experience to hands-on learning in labs, student projects, and senior design, opportunities abound. Students can further customize their degree by choosing a concentration or fast-tracking their master’s journey. What will you choose?

Common First-Year Experience

Our common first-year curriculum opens the door to the full spectrum of engineering, giving students the chance to discover, experiment, and imagine what’s possible across every discipline.

Along the way, you’ll have dedicated support at the center of your experience.

Customize Your Degree

Customize your mechanical engineering degree by choosing a concentration, accelerating your master’s, joining student organizations, or gaining hands-on experience in our cutting-edge teaching labs. Shape your education to match your ambitions!

Experiential Learning

With hands-on education addressing real-world challenges, our students dive deep into what it takes to be an engineer. Our students benefit from lab and design experiences as freshmen, then go in-depth on a senior design project.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

You won’t have to wait until graduate school. Research alongside our world-class faculty as an undergraduate!

Find Your Community

Engaging in student organizations helps students build connections, foster collaboration, and contribute to CSU’s vibrant community, supporting its mission of learning, research, and service.

We are Here for You

CSU provides a variety of resources to support students, from academic tools to campus-wide services, ensuring you have everything you need to thrive throughout your journey.

Education Abroad

Explore the World with CSU Education Abroad Programs!

Expand your horizons with CSU’s Education Abroad Programs, offering engineering students unique opportunities to study, explore, and grow in exciting destinations worldwide. These programs are designed to complement your academic journey while fulfilling major or minor requirements.

Study Abroad Before Your First Class at CSU

Kickstart your CSU journey with an unforgettable trip to Berlin or London! These exclusive programs for incoming first-year and transfer engineering students combines hands-on learning with cultural exploration while earning credit toward your degree.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to start your college experience abroad!

Accreditation Equals Quality

ABET

The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MECH) is an undergraduate program that offers a curriculum combining classroom learning with engineering practice and is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for mechanical engineering. A broad spectrum of coursework is available for learning the fundamentals of engineering science, analysis, and design. Students also gain valuable hands-on experience through class projects.

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