Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering

Admission Requirements

Admission to the NAME graduate program is granted to students who have a successful record in achievement in their previous studies and show a strong potential to succeed in studies at the advanced level. GRE scores are required for international students, PhD. students and those wishing to be considered for financial aid. A cumulative minimum score of 1200 on Verbal and Quantitative is required with a 4.0 on the Analytical writing segment. An average GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale is recommended. International applicants must indicate English proficiency by a minimum score of 84 on the iBT TOEFL (220 on the computer-based test or 560 on the paper test).

Application Deadline for MS/MSE is January 15 for Fall term.

MS/MSE Application Process:

Submit the Rackham online Application.
Register your 3 recommenders on the application so they can submit electronic letters of recommendation.
Submit your Statement of Purpose with the online application. The Academic Statement of Purpose should be a concise, well-written statement about your academic and research background, your career goals, and how the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Graduate Program will help you meet your career and educational objectives.
Submit your Personal Statement with the online application. How have your background and life experiences, including cultural, geographical, financial, educational and other opportunities or challenges, motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Michigan?
Upload unofficial copies of your transcript while completing the online application. Also, Send a copy of all official transcripts to the Rackham Graduate School.
Rackham Graduate School
Attn: Transcripts
915 E. Washington Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1070
Request official GRE General Test scores from ETS (institution code: 1839, department code: 1608). International student must also submit official TOEFL scores (institution code: 1839, department code: 69).
Submit the Area of Interest Form (MS Word.doc) with the application or email it to name-app@umich.edu.

Master of Science: Applicants for the M.S.E. or M.S. degrees normally hold a Bachelor of Science degree in naval architecture and marine engineering with an average grade of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. However, the graduate program has been structured so that students with a bachelor's degree in other engineering disciplines that require knowledge of basic mechanics such as mechanical engineering, applied mechanics, aerospace or civil engineering may also start directly on their master's program. Students with a bachelor's degree from another field without knowledge of basic mechanics will need to take several undergraduate-level courses, which will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants to this program should complete the Rackham School of Graduate Studies application and follow instructions contained therein.

Application Deadline for PhD Program is December 15.

Doctor of Philosophy: Applicants for the Ph.D. degree will already have earned a master's degree. Admission procedures are the same as for the Master of Science in Engineering degree program. A student becomes a pre-candidate upon admission. No assurance is given that the student may advance to candidate status until evidence is given of superior scholastic ability. Applicants to this program should complete the Rackham School of Graduate Studies application.

MEng Application Process:

Submit the Engineering online Application.
Register your recommenders on the application so they can submit electronic letters of recommendation.
Submit your Statement of Purpose with the online application. The Academic Statement of Purpose should be a concise, well-written statement about your academic and research background, your career goals, and how the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Graduate Program will help you meet your career and educational objectives.
Send Official Copies of your transcripts to the Department.
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Attn: Nathalie Fiveland
2600 Draper, 221 NA&ME Building
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2145
Request official GRE General Test scores from ETS (institution code: 1839, department code: 1608). International student must also submit official TOEFL scores (institution code: 1839, department code: 69).

Master of Engineering: Applicants for the M.Eng. Degree in Concurrent Marine Design normally hold the equivalent of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree with an average grade of 3.2 (B) on a 4.0 scale. The successful applicant should have a background of mathematics courses at least through the level of elementary differential equations, and should have had introductory courses in solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, dynamics and thermodynamics. Some experience in computer programming is assumed. Two years of marine industrial experience or experience acquired through multiple Co-Op or internship assignments is beneficial. Special consideration will be given to the strength of professional recommendations and the applicant's stature in industry as represented by sponsorship by a marine employer. Applicants to this program should complete the College of Engineering application and follow instructions contained therein.