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MS in Automotive Engineering in the USA
Automotive Engineering covers vehicle dynamics, powertrains, electric and hybrid drives, vehicle electronics and autonomous driving. Here is how studying it in the USA works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 3 universities compared
- From ₹85 lakh – ₹96 lakh
- Intakes: Fall (Aug/Sep)
- STEM OPT eligible
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MS in Automotive Engineering in the USA: what does it cost and is it worth it?
An MS in Automotive Engineering in the USA usually takes 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs). On our list, 3 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹85 lakh – ₹96 lakh (UM-Dearborn) to ₹91 lakh – ₹1.06 crore (Clemson University). After graduating: usually STEM-designated: 12 months of OPT plus the 24-month STEM extension.
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MS in Automotive Engineering in the USA at a glance
- Duration
- 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs)
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ $25,000 – $65,000 per year
- Living costs
- ≈ $12,000 – $22,000 per year depending on city
- Typical budget
- ₹40–90 lakh for a 2-year MS
- Intakes
- Fall (Aug/Sep), Spring (Jan), limited Summer (May)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university)
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE is optional at many universities but still helps for top programs and funding
- OPT / STEM
- Usually STEM-designated: 12 months of OPT plus the 24-month STEM extension
Overview
Why study Automotive Engineering in the USA?
Automotive Engineering covers vehicle dynamics, powertrains, electric and hybrid drives, vehicle electronics and autonomous driving.
USA offers largest choice of universities and specialisations, STEM OPT gives up to 3 years of work experience after an eligible degree and research assistantships and teaching assistantships at many universities.
Universities
Universities for Automotive Engineering in the USA
Sorted by total cost for the whole program, in rupees.
Specialisations
Popular Automotive Engineering specialisations
Powertrain Engineering
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the USA.
Vehicle Dynamics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the USA.
Autonomous Driving
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the USA.
Automotive Software
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in the USA.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE in Mechanical, Automobile or Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor's: Mechatronics Engineering
- Prerequisite: Thermodynamics
- Prerequisite: Machine design
- Prerequisite: Engineering mathematics
- English: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university)
- GRE/GMAT: GRE is optional at many universities but still helps for top programs and funding
Careers
Careers after Automotive Engineering in the USA
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. USA offers largest choice of universities and specialisations. Typical roles afterwards include Automotive Engineer, EV Powertrain Engineer and Battery Systems Engineer.
On our list: UM-Dearborn, Wayne State University and Clemson University.
From ₹85 lakh – ₹96 lakh at UM-Dearborn up to ₹91 lakh – ₹1.06 crore, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE in Mechanical, Automobile or Electrical Engineering and mechatronics Engineering, with thermodynamics, machine design and engineering mathematics, plus IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university).
Usually STEM-designated: 12 months of OPT plus the 24-month STEM extension. During your studies: up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters.
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