The University of Tulsa acquires Fab Lab Tulsa

The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]

Unique organizational studies program offers expansive opportunities

At roughly 75 majors, organizational studies is one of the largest majors in The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences. From social sciences, media, and arts to business administration, the program provides students a wide range of knowledge and skills, rather than limiting them to a single discipline. But as a so-called […]

TU Law celebrates alumna Sara Hill’s historic confirmation to federal bench

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law congratulates alumna Sara Hill (JD ’03) as she becomes the first Native American woman to serve as a federal judge in Oklahoma. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the state’s legal landscape. The U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Hill, who fills a vacant […]

New faculty member brings expertise and INSPIRE lab to Psychology Department

The University of Tulsa Department of Psychology has a wide variety of faculty-led research labs. From the Exposure, Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy for Chronic Nightmares study to the Psychophysiology Laboratory for Affective Neuroscience lab, TU offers students the opportunity to participate in ongoing research and even publish their findings. New to Kendall College of Arts […]

More than 60 years of James Joyce Quarterly

Legend has it that Thomas Staley, former provost of The University of Tulsa, founded the James Joyce Quarterly, fondly known as JJQ, in his garage. Or was it his kitchen table? That was more than 60 years ago, and since then the journal has become an internationally esteemed publication known for its publishing of critical […]

Mechanical Engineering Grad Programs

Mechanical engineering graduate students at The University of Tulsa master advanced principles and applications to prepare for rewarding careers in a global market.

The University of Tulsa offers master’s and doctoral students diverse research opportunities in computational and experimental fluid mechanics, heat transfer, robotics, experimental and computational solid mechanics, materials science, and alternative energy systems. The faculty excels in both teaching and research, holding dozens of teaching awards — including three national awards, 20 best paper awards, and six fellowships from international technical societies. The faculty also receive more than $2 million in external research funding annually from sources including the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, Department of Transportation, Department of Defense, NASA, and Oklahoma state agencies. Faculty advisors closely mentor students to prepare them for careers in academia or in industry.

Top 100 Private Research Institution

100+ Articles Submitted

5:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

10 Technology Patent Applications

Degree Details

Mechanical Engineering, M.E.

Mechanical Engineering, M.S.E.

Mechanical Engineering, Ph.D.

Siamack A. Shirazi, Ph.D. Graduate Adviser

Siamack Shirazi, Ph.D., is a professor of mechanical engineering. His research interests include computational fluid mechanics of multiphase flow (liquid-gas-particles) and turbulent flow modeling in multiphase flow. A prolific author, Shirazi’s credits include over 550 publications and technical, invited, and plenary presentations including several invited SPE-sponsored symposiums. Shirazi was selected to the rank of Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) in 2008 and received the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) Technical Achievement Award in 2013. He was also selected to receive the 2015 Fellow award of NACE, the 2018 SPE International Projects, Facilities, and Construction Award, and the 2019 ASME-Petroleum Fluids Engineering Award.

Contact graduate adviser

Professional Opportunities

Students gain experience with UTulsa’s wide range of cutting-edge facilities and research equipment, including modern electron microscopes, advanced fluid flow measurement systems, modern materials testing equipment, rapid prototyping systems, and state-of-the-art laboratories.
Students benefit from the department’s collaborative research consortia that partner with industry to solve critical technical problems.
Graduates are well-prepared to pursue careers in industry, government, and academia. Job opportunities are available in engineering fields such as automotive, cryogenics, fluid mechanics, manufacturing, and more.
Alumni employers include Conoco Phillips, Ford, Anheuser-Busch, Boeing, NORDAM, Apple, Amazon, and more.

Funding Opportunities

Qualified candidates are automatically considered for fully funded awards — including a competitive monthly stipend and all tuition fees — to pursue doctoral and master’s degrees:

University-funded assistantships that cover tuition and include a monthly stipend are available for full-time students.
The Wilfred Woobank Assistantship (tuition coverage and stipend up to $20,000) is available for M.E. and M.S.E. students.
The Dissertation Completion Fellowship, including tuition and a monthly stipend, is available to doctoral students in their final year.

Apply for Opportunity

Admission Information

Must hold baccalaureate degree from an accredited university
Strong GRE general test scores required
Minimum TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PET scores required for international students

Apply Here

Learn more about the department

The University of Tulsa’s Department of Mechanical Engineering provides math and science instruction to develop creativity, analytical abilities, disciplined reasoning, communication skills, advanced technology knowledge, and sound ethics. Theory and practice are applied to laboratory and design projects in small class settings. Our curriculum and interactive approach to learning enable students to improve their experimental skills and apply theory and analysis methods in product design and development.

Department of Mechanical Engineering