Top 45 Mechanical Engineering PhD Universities in United States (2026)

The best universities for a mechanical engineering phd in United States, ranked by QS World University Rankings — 45 universities, 45 programs.

Mechanical Engineering in United States: PhD (45) Bachelor (96)Masters (66)

Looking for the best university for a Mechanical Engineering PhD in United States? These 45 universities are ranked by their QS World University Rankings — each offers mechanical engineering phd programs with direct links below. Compare rankings, location and tuition, then apply. Many also offer scholarships for international students.

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CUNY(The City University of New York)

New York, New York · United States · 1 mechanical engineering phd program
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University of North Dakota

Fargo, North Dakota · United States · 1 mechanical engineering phd program
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North Dakota State University

Fargo, North Dakota · United States · 1 mechanical engineering phd program
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Florida International University

Miami, Florida · United States · 1 mechanical engineering phd program
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University of Hawaii at Manoa

Honolulu, Hawaii · United States · 1 mechanical engineering phd program
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