BS

Electrical Engineering: Mechatronics

Learn more about studying Electrical Engineering: Mechatronics as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,190USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Purdue University Northwest says about their program:

Electricity powers our lives, and anything with an electrical component was designed by electrical engineers. Through the application of physics, math and programming, electrical engineers develop systems that control, monitor and communicate with everything around us.

Purdue University Northwest’s Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in mechatronics focuses on mechatronics, which combines robotics, electronics, computer, telecommunications, systems, control and product engineering.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High School transcript or diploma or equivalent. If necessary, include a copy that has been professionally translated to English.
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA or equivalent.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • A completed four-year bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0 (“B”) on a 4.0 scale (some departments may require higher).

English Proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • TOEFL PBT

    550

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    100

Postgraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    80

  • TOEFL PBT

    550

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    115

English Proficiency Waivers

  • If you earned a bachelor’s or graduate degree within the last 36 months from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction in a country where English is the native language, you may be exempted.

Entry Requirements

Program specific: College of Business (direct admission): SAT CR+M 850–900 and overall GPA ≥ 2.20 (hospitality & tourism: GPA ≥ 2.00).

Documents Required

Undergraduate:

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Financial Documentation

Postgraduate:

  • Academic Transcripts & Degree Certificates
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose & Personal History Statement
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Test Scores (Program-Dependent)
  • Financial Support Documents
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Scholarships at Purdue University Northwest

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Check back soon, or visit the university's website for the latest information on available scholarships, eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from US$19,340 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from US$13,892 per year

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What is the cost of living near Purdue University Northwest?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Purdue University Northwest

Many international students will require a visa to study in USA and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements