Flexible curriculum, world-class instruction, and one-on-one mentoring
A major effort of the department is directed toward the creation of a stimulating intellectual environment in which both undergraduate and graduate students can develop to their maximum potential.
Faculty members encourage undergraduate students to participate in both fundamental and applied research along with the graduate students. In most junior and senior undergraduate classes, and in graduate classes, small enrollments permit close contact with faculty members. Students have excellent opportunities to participate actively in the classroom and laboratories, and to follow special interests within a subject area.
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Undergraduate Program
One of the most distinctive features of undergraduate education at Johns Hopkins is the access that all undergraduates have to the research laboratories of some of the most outstanding faculty members in the world. Through this contact with our faculty, students are able to develop skills not easily taught in the classroom.
Graduate Programs
We offer highly-ranked graduate programs designed to prepare students for a rapidly changing world. Graduate students work on problems defining the state-of-the-art, alongside faculty who are world-renowned leaders in their fields.
Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s Program
A combined BS/MSE in Mechanical Engineering allows students to earn a graduate degree in five years and increase their
earning power after graduation.
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Living in Baltimore
Baltimore is where JHU students grow and build their lives. From popular tourist attractions—the Inner Harbor, the National Aquarium, and Fort McHenry (birthplace of “The Star Spangled Banner”)—to more off-the-beaten-path destinations—the Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum or the tranquil Sherwood Gardens—there is always something new to discover.
“I’ve been well-prepared for any technical interview I’ve ever had, and I know that is due to the fact that professors in this department are truly dedicated to teaching and supporting their students. I also appreciated the sense of community with my peers. We try to help each other whenever possible. ”
Angela Grozos
BS ‘20
Future leaders in mechanical engineering
We are committed to creating a vibrant culture of scholarship, innovation, and leadership within our department.
Hopkins team snags second place in Collegiate Wind Competition - In their first appearance at the annual competition, the Hopkins Student Wind Energy team took home second place at this year’s U.S. Department of Energy Collegiate Wind Competition.
Doctoral students earn fellowships from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Matthew Pittman and Wei-Hung Jung, both doctoral candidates in Yun Chen’s lab, earned prestigious NIH fellowships for their research to understand cell behavior.
Aaditya Rau named Goldwater Scholar - The Goldwater Scholarship is one of the most prestigious undergraduate scholarships in the country. Rau is working toward a career in advanced materials research in which he hopes to facilitate greater reliance on alternative energy sources.
Students build custom walker for a very special toddler - “Meeting Rosie and her family was an exceptional experience, because it really brought home how important the work we were doing was,” said Caterina Esposito, ‘20. “Honestly, at times, it was a little frightening knowing the weight of effect this project would have on this child and family. In the end, it inspired us to do the best job possible so that Rosie can live her best life.”