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- School Code: 162500
- Phone: (208) 232-9170
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
95.77%FINANCIAL AID RATE
64%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
22:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
36FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,052Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Mechanical Engineering Degree
The mechanical engineering program at Brigham Young University – Idaho prepares students for careers in design, implementation, and operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery. The program focuses on applying mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems. Program courses include: stationary power units and appliances, engines, self-propped vehicles, housing and containers, hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement, and integration of computers and remote control operating systems. Get more details below including other Idaho colleges that offer mechanical engineering degrees.
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Brigham Young University – Idaho
141 East Chubbuck Road, Chubbuck, ID
Brigham Young University - Idaho is a nonprofit private university that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Rexburg, ID, in a predominantly rural area. The school's Latter Day Saints (Mormon) affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately fifteen thousand students are enrolled yearly at BYU-I.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Brigham Young University - Idaho offers:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 930 to 1140 on the SAT and in a range of 20 to 25 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $4,200 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $2,200. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Students should visit the school's http://www.byui.edu to view additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Brigham Young University – Idaho offers a bachelor's degree program in mechanical engineering.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 117 |
Female | 8 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
Asian | 3 |
Black | 1 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 104 |
Multiple Races | 3 |
Non Resident Alien | 12 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Mechanical Engineering program at Brigham Young University – Idaho, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Architectural and Engineering Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024
Cost Estimators
Description
Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.
Aerospace Engineers
Description
Perform engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.
Mechanical Engineers
Description
Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, mechanical engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Brigham Young University – Idaho accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Brigham Young University – Idaho may offer student services like:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation