*Applications will be open from May 4th, 12:00pm until June 17th, 11:59pm
Questions?
Send us an email: mae-gradadmissions@ucsd.edu
MAE BS/MS Admissions Policies
- Students admitted to the BS/MS program cannot start the M.S. program prior to Fall Quarter.
- The MAE BS/MS program is only open to Undergraduate Students in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UC San Diego (no exceptions)
- MAE undergraduate students cannot apply to the BS/MS program in their senior year. An application must be submitted through our regular Graduate Admissions process by the listed deadlines.
MAE BS/MS Admissions Process
MAE undergraduate students must complete an application through the portal with Graduate Admissions during the Spring Quarter. The following materials are required for consideration:
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UCSD Transcript, unofficial documents are sufficient for review
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1 recommendation from an MAE faculty member, submitted through the MAE BS/MS Recommendation Form (see form for instructions)
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Transcripts for all institutions attended after high school
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Statement of Purpose (There is no MAE-specific prompt, please follow the guidelines set by UC San Diego Graduate Admissions. Please do not exceed two pages).
not required:
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GRE scores, TOEFL scores, letters of recommendation
Applicants will not be able to submit or pay for their application until a decision has been made. Applications will be reviewed and decisions will be shared during the Summer Session following the BS/MS Application process. You will be contacted on the email that is linked to your Application.
If the committee recommends admission, applicants will need to submit their application and pay the fee to receive their official offer in the new year.
- US Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Undocumented Applicants: $135.00
- International Applicants: $155.00
If the committee recommends denial, applicants are instructed to not take action on their BS/MS application. Prospective applicants may submit an application for the regular Graduate Admissions process.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The MAE department offers a continuous Bachelor's/Master's degree program for undergraduate students in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UC San Diego who maintained a strong academic record in their major and cumulative coursework requirements. This is an internal admissions program, with no exceptions for students outside of the department. An application must be submitted through the regular Graduate Admissions process to be considered for admission.
Acceptance into the BS/MS program permits Students to transition directly to the MAE Master’s program following receipt of an MAE Bachelor’s degree. Students may choose between the Thesis (Plan I) or the Comprehensive Examination (Plan II) tracks for all other programs (ex: MC75 - Aerospace Engineering or MC78 - Applied Ocean Science etc.) to complete the MS degree but this requires approval by the MAE Faculty 'Lead Instructor' of the new Major Code a Student wants to transfer into. This is not guaranteed (reach out to mae-gradadmissions@ucsd.edu with questions)
The Department does not provide funding for MS Students, but they are eligible for financial support including campus-wide fellowships and Academic Student Employment positions.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Undergraduate Students in the UCSD Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering who are enrolled in the Bachelor’s program, and who have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above are eligible to apply. Applicants should note that eligibility does not necessarily guarantee acceptance into the program. Once admitted to the BS/MS program, Students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA through conferral of the Bachelor’s degree. Students not satisfying these requirements may be re-evaluated for continuation in the program. Students must have completed at least 3 quarters in residence at UCSD.
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^ more information about the Graduate Division application process will be sent to all Accepted applicants
Questions?
Send us an email: mae-gradadmissions@ucsd.edu
Applicant FAQ
Q Once my BS/MS application is completed (ready to submit) what should I do?
A *After you have completed a MAE BS/MS Application here DO NOT submit and pay the application fee until your acceptance is confirmed by the MAE Department (via mae-gradadmissions@ucsd.edu)
Q If I am accepted into the BS/MS Program can I start my MS program before the Fall quarter following my Undergraduate graduation if I finish before Spring quarter?
A The MS program is for a Fall quarter start only
Q Can I enroll in Graduate courses once I am accepted into the BS/MS program in order to start on my MS degree coursework requirements?
A Being accepted in the BS/MS program does not confer graduate status until you complete your BS degree so enrollment in any MAE Graduate courses is subject to instructor approval via an EASy request. If your goal is to take these courses and transfer those credits to satisfy required MS coursework you need to make sure these units were not needed to meet your Undergraduate degree requirements (unused elective units) Please see the UCSD Graduate Division resource: Waiving Units for more information (questions? mae-gradadvising@ucsd.edu)
Q How will my required MAE Faculty Recommender Score get to MAE? Do I need to contact them?
A Yes, it is appropriate to email your MAE Faculty Recommender separately to give them a courtesy notice that you require a response to the MAE BS/MS Recommendation Form so that timely scores are received (these scores are required for further review of your Application for BS/MS Admission) You will at least need to share the Google Form with them (linked above & instructions on the form)