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Why should I apply


We are one of the top Mechanical Engineering Departments in the US.

We are currently ranked 12 in the 2007 US News and World Report of 160+ ME departments putting us in the top ten percentile. The University of Minnesota is also one of the top public university’s in the country. University of Minnesota ranks 9th among public research universities in the US. Source: 2007 Shanghai Jiaotong University/Times of London Higher Ed Survey Rankings.

Several "world's best" faculty/research groups

Great physical facilities; an addition to the ME Building, completed in 2000, added many new laboratories and offices.

The Twin Cities is home to major technology companies and a good job market

The Minneapolis/St. Paul area is home to major musical, theatrical, and art venues. The area is beautiful, with many lakes and parks offering a variety of outdoor activities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.