Bachelor of science in
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Mechanical Engineering

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Area of Study: Engineering

Campus Availability: Worldwide

Degree Level: Undergraduate

Career Outcomes: Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Robotics Engineer

Credit Hours: 130

Learning Modality: Online

Charting Your Course at Embry-Riddle

At Embry-Riddle, students are being empowered to drive innovation and meaningful change in engineering. Through real-world applications, dedicated faculty and industry connections, our graduates are well-prepared to advance the future of engineering.

With a history of excellence in aviation and aerospace, Embry-Riddle continues to pioneer groundbreaking discoveries and adapt to evolving methods and technologies. Optimizing programs for students managing unique priorities, Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus gives you the opportunity to pursue your dreams from anywhere at any time.

Opening doors to careers across the aerospace, energy, automotive, biomedical and manufacturing industries, the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed after graduation.

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Key Benefits

Cultivate a Diverse Skillset
Beyond the aviation and aerospace industries, a degree in Mechanical Engineering can adapt to a wide range of applications — consumer goods, robotics, renewable energy, electronics, medical devices and more.

Create Solutions for Meaningful Change
Students will gain the skills necessary to develop solutions for issues affecting public health, safety and welfare, taking into account social, environmental and economic factors.

Your Degree on Your Terms
Because the Worldwide Campus is built for flexible learning, you can learn online or in person at our many locations around the globe — allowing you to align your education with your current goals and priorities.

Program Highlights

Engage with Industry-Aligned Curriculum
The BSME focuses on essential engineering topics including the design and analysis of structures, propulsion systems, thermal control and life support — areas in which industry leaders are seeking to recruit graduates.

Become an Expert in Engineering Technologies
To ensure students are well-versed in existing and emerging technologies, the BSME instructs students in computer-aided design, engineering and manufacturing, simulation software and more.

Learn Through an Interdisciplinary Approach
Combining Mechanical Engineering courses with materials from other subjects like mathematics, computer science, economics, electrical engineering, physics and more, the BSME provides students with a well-rounded approach and relevant experience.

Program Outcomes

Our BSME prepares students for fulfilling careers in mechanical engineering, systems engineering, product design and more. Whether stepping into industry right after graduation or pursuing an advanced degree, Embry-Riddle prepares you to drive engineering toward the future.

Our alumni are employed at companies like:

  • The Boeing Company
  • Collins Aerospace
  • General Electric
  • General Motors
  • Lockheed Martin
  • NASA
  • Pratt Miller
  • RTX

Scholarship & Aid

Worldwide undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year is $522 per credit hour for civilians and $250 for active-duty military, spouses and dependents. Learn more about the full cost of attendance at the Worldwide Campus.

Embry‑Riddle offers various options for funding your education, so don't let cost deter you from advancing your education and career. Our counselors can advise you on financing your future — investing in yourself with a degree from Embry‑Riddle is a wise choice.

Residential Programs

On-campus bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering are also offered on Embry-Riddle's residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona.

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By the numbers

  • 1926 The year Embry-Riddle was founded. .
  • 100+ Degrees to choose from. .
  • 93% Employed or continuing education within a year of graduation. .
  • 165,000+ Alumni around the world. .