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University of Michigan, Michigan State University and Michigan Technological University It's a toss-up as to whether Michigan, Michigan State or Michigan Tech will produce the best automotive engineers in the future. Alumni from all three can be found at most automotive-related companies. Potential students will have to decide which best fits their needs, but any of these three have to be considered a top choice. 2. 2. Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Purdue has long produced top engineers for Detroit and its suppliers. IUPUI boasts a motorsports engineering program. Ryan Newman, one of the very few NASCAR drivers who graduated from college, holds an engineering degree from Purdue. 3. 3. Cornell University The Ithaca, New York, institution is not a traditional automotive school, but any university that has eight FSAE championships to its credit has to be on this list. In addition, Cornell is one of the few colleges to enter both the Automotive X Prize competition and the DARPA driverless vehicle event. 4. 4. Kettering University Despite having fewer than 3,000 students, Kettering University produces far more than its share of industry personnel. Located in Flint, Michigan, the school formerly known as General Motors Institute offers degrees in management as well as engineering.

5. 5. University of Texas at Austin, University of Texas at Arlington and Texas A&M University At least as heated as the debate among Michigan-based schools is that involving UT Austin, UT Arlington and Texas A&M. The three have combined for more than a dozen wins in FSAE, FSAE West and FSAE Japan competition, so you'll have to make your own choice among them. 6. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Virginia Tech regularly produces a competitive FSAE team it has one championship and scored a 3rd-place finish in the 2007 DARPA competition. Also, its campus is

close to the center of the U.S. racing industry in North Carolina. In addition, I've personally worked with several Hokie engineers who are some of the best drivers you've never heard of.

6. 7. University of California, Davis It was a challenge to pick from among Cal Davis, Cal Berkeley, Stanford and Cal Tech, as all have programs that seek to find the future of personal transportation. Most enter more than one of the touchstone competitions. However, our experts said Cal Davis students typically possessed more practical experience. 7. 8. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and California Polytechnic State University, Pomona Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly Pomona also have programs that are worthy of consideration. The former's College of Engineering has produced a winning Supermileage team. The latter has placed in the prestigious Formula SAE Collegiate Design Series. 8. 9. Clemson University By itself, the Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CUICAR) would make Clemson a contender for this list. In addition, the South Carolina school has a strong vehicle dynamics program and is located within 160 miles of almost every NASCAR shop. 9. 10. Georgia Institute of Technology Based in the middle of booming Atlanta, Georgia Tech has long been an automotive powerhouse with a strong FSAE team. In addition it has a respected design school. Not insignificantly, its mascot is a 1930 Ford Model A Sports coupe. College is but one step on the road toward success. Where you go to school and what you do there can help or hurt your career. However, what you do when class is not in session is at least as important.

Clemson University Clemson, SC Program in Automotive Engineering Indiana University"Purdue University Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Department of Mechanical Engineering Stony Brook University, State University of New York Stony Brook, NY Department of Mechanical Engineering The University of Toledo Toledo, OH Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Program in Administration Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO Department of Construction Management Kettering University Flint, MI Mechanical Engineering Department Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI College of Engineering Minnesota State University Mankato Mankato, MN Department of Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Program in Motorsports University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Department of Mechanical Engineering

University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI Program in Automotive Engineering University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI Program in Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering University of Michigan"Dearborn Dearborn, MI Program in Automotive Systems Engineering

MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY LINK : http://automotiveeng.engin.umich.edu/index.html

Prerequisites for admission include:

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Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science. At least two years of college engineering mathematics. Undergraduate coursework in at least three of the core areas of automotive engineering (power and propulsion, dynamics and controls, aerodynamics and structural mechanics and electronics). The equivalent of 18 months of full-time industrial experience in automotive engineering. A one-page statement of purpose, two letters of recommendation, and official undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) transcripts are required. The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test is highly recommended but not required. (Students seeking financial aid must submit GRE scores). Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency. Applicants are required to provide an official score report from either the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS), or the Examination for the Michigan Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE). If an applicant whose native language in not English has received a Bachelor's degree

from an institution in which the language of instruction is exclusively English, this requirement is waived.

The Application Process

To apply to the program, review the admissions criteria to make sure that you are eligible to apply. Request or download an application, complete all necessary paperwork, and submit by the appropriate deadline. If you have questions about any of the items, contact autoeng@umich.edu for assistance. Decisions typically take two months depending on when the application was sent in and if all of the required documents were provided. InterPro has a rolling admissions policy and applications are accepted for the various semesters. Be sure to plan ahead to ensure an ontime start date. Applications are accepted for both the Fall and Winter semesters according to the following deadlines. Deadline for Fall Admission Domestic and International Applicants: January 15 Deadline for Winter Admission Domestic and International Applicants: September 15 If enrollment space permits, applications from well-qualified candidates may be considered on a case-by-case basis after the stated deadline.

Apply Online
Prospective students are encouraged to apply using our online application at https://www.applyweb.com/apply/umengin/ The process is very clear and the application is received instantaneously.

Supplementary Details About Information that Should Accompany Your Application

Complete and detailed instructions are available at: https://www.applyweb.com/apply/umengin/

Application Fees
Information can be found with online application instructions at: https://www.applyweb.com/apply/umengin/

English Proficiency Test for International Applicants

All international applicants are required to successfully complete a University of Michiganapproved English Proficiency test (either the TOFEL, MELAB, or IELTS tests) unless they have successfully completed a Bachelor of Science in an English speaking country.
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The TOFEL website is http://wwww.ets.org. A minimum total score of 200 computer test (comparable to 560 on the paper-based test) is required for admission for all non-native speakers of English. THE IELTS website is http://www.ielts.org The MELAB website is http://www.lsa.umich.edu/eli/melab.htm.

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Requirement

The GRE is recommended but not required unless you are applying for financial aid. Students applying for financial aid are required to complete the General portion of the GRE. The GRE Quantative portion should be 700 or above and the GRE Analytical Writing portion should be between 46. GRE website: http://www.ets.org.

Institution Code for Test Core Identification

For test score identification, the institution code for the University of Michigan is R1839.

Letters of Recommendation
Your recommenders should submit their letters of recommendation for you online. You will find instructions for recommenders when you are completing your online application. Two letters of recommendation are required. One must be from an employer. If you have been graduated three years or less, you must submit a letter of recommendation from a former professor.

Mailing Address
InterPro Automotive Engineering University of Michigan 2214 School of Information North 1075 Beal Avenue Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2112

Resume
Your resume must be submitted online when completing your online application.

Statement of Purpose
A statement of purpose is required. We recommend that you submit your statement of purpose online when completing the online application. This statement should be a concise, well-written essay about your background, your career goals, and how the Automotive Engineering Program will help you attain your career and educational objectives. In submitting your statement of

purpose, please identify your area of concentration and describe why you are interested in this area and how it applies to you future goals.

Transcripts
It is preferred that sealed official transcripts be provided in a packet, but if necessary, sealed official transcripts may be sent by the issuing institution directly to the appropriate U-M office. Domestic applicants and international applicants should mail two sets of their sealed official undergraduate/graduate transcripts in a packet to the InterPro Automotive Engineering mailing address listed above.

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Admission Requirements The candidate for the Master of Science in Engineering in Automotive Systems Engineering must meet the requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree in engineering at this campus or the equivalent of these requirements. Undergraduate degrees must be from an accredited program, and for regular admission must be with an average of B (3 points on a 4 point scale) or better. Admission Process The admission process starts with the submission of the following documents:
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Application Form (along with the application fee of $60.00 for domestic applicants, and $75.00 for international applicants) Recommendation Letters Statement of Purpose (include your academic goals) Official Undergraduate Transcript showing the Degree conferred

Two recommendation letters are required for applicants from the USA and Canada. Three recommendation letters are required for international applicants. For international applicants:
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TOEFL and GRE Scores Affidavit of Support and supporting documentation (i.e. bank statement)

To request the application materials, send an email request to sjboyd@umich.edu Submit ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS to: Graduate Secretary Interdisciplinary Programs University of Michigan-Dearborn 4901 Evergreen Road, 116 MSEL Dearborn, MI 48128-2406 USA DO NOT send the application form and any of the documents to The Rackham School of Graduate Studies in Ann Arbor. The application is evaluated by the Admissions Committee of the Automotive Systems

Engineering program, and if all documents are in proper order, the response is given within two weeks for domestic applicants. The undergraduate transcripts of international applicants are evaluated by the Graduate Board using a 4-point scale and according to the University of Michigan standard. The processing time varies for international applicants, based on the amount of applications we receive. Rest assured that we will process your application as quickly as possible

Graduation Requirements The candidate must complete at least 30 semester hours of graduate work approved by the program advisor/graduate advisory committee with a grade of at least a B covering all courses elected. These 30 hours must include two required core courses, two elective core courses, four elective concentration courses and six hours of capstone project or master's thesis. Students cannot have more than one B- in the program and must maintain a B average to remain in good academic standing. A grade of B- in more than one course will not count for graduate credit. Grades below B- are not acceptable. Course Requirements
Area I. Core Courses (12 credit hours) Required Core Courses AE 500 The Automobile - An Integrated System AE 587 Automotive Manufacturing Processes

Elective Core Courses Select any two from the following list. AE 502 Modeling of Automotive Systems AE 505 Digital Systems and Microprocessors AE 510 Vehicle Electronics I AE 541 Introduction to Automotive Dynamics AE 545 Vehicle Ergonomics I AE 547 Automotive Powertrains I AE 581 Materials Selection in Automotive Design AE 583 Project Management and Concurrent Engineering AE 596 Internal Combustion Engines I

Area II. Concentration Courses (12 credit hours)

Select any four courses from one of the concentration areas or select any four courses for general concentration. INDUSTRIAL AND MANUFACTURING CONCENTRATION

IMSE 513 Robust Design IMSE 538 Intelligent Manufacturing Systems IMSE 561 Total Quality Management and Six Sigma IMSE 593 Vehicle Package Engineering AE 546 Vehicle Ergonomics II ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER CONCENTRATION ECE 515 Vehicle Electronics II ECE 531 Intelligent Vehicle Systems ECE 532 Automotive Sensors and Actuators ECE 533 Active Automotive Safety Systems ECE 546 Electric Vehicles ECE 5462 Electric Aspect of Hybrid Electric Vehicles ECE 565 Digital Control Systems MECHANICAL ENGINEERING CONCENTRATION ME 537 Automotive Air Conditioning Systems ME 543 Vehicle Dynamics ME 545 Acoustics and Noise Control Systems ME 548 Automotive Powertrains II ME 597 Internal Combustion Engines II ME 598 Automotive Emissions AE 550 Design of Automotive Chassis and Body Systems AE 565 Vehicle Acoustic Interior System Design AE 598 Energy Systems for Automotive Vehicles AUTOMOTIVE MATERIALS CONCENTRATION AE 584 Lightweight Automotive Alloys AE 585 Powertrain Materials and Design AE 586 Design and Manufacturing with Automotive Materials AE 588 Design and Manufacturing for Environment ME 582 Injection Molding ME 584 Mechanical Behavior of Polymers ME 587 Automotive Composites ME 590 Degradation of Materials

Area III. Capstone Project/Thesis (6 credit hours)

AE 698 Capstone Project AE 699 Master's Thesis Capstone projects are designed to be team-oriented to further emphasize the interdisciplinary nature of the program. A thesis is work by an individual student. A capstone project or thesis is conducted over a period of two semesters, usually the last two semesters.

University of Michigan
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The University of Michigan's College of Engineering is one of the top engineering colleges in the country and has produced very successful alumni. The University of Michigan offers a Master of Automotive Engineering (M.Eng.) degree. University of Michigan Flint, MI 48502 810-762-3000 umich.edu

Michigan State University

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Michigan State University is often tied for first place with the University of Michigan for having the best auto engineering program in the U.S. Automotive engineering students at Michigan State University learn in its advanced ARES (Automotive Research Experiment Station) facility, which offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Michigan State University 3410 Engineering Building East Lansing, MI 48824-1226 517-355-5113 egr.msu.edu

Indiana University-Purdue University

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Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis is most famous for its motorsports engineering program, from which the famous race car driver Ryan Newman graduated. The motorsports program offers a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Motorsports Engineering. Purdue University School of Engineering and Technology 799 W. Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5160 317-274-2533

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Cornell University
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Cornell University does not traditionally have a set automotive engineering program but rather offers a variety of engineering degrees. However, Cornell is an eight-time champion of the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) competition. The FSAE is an organized competition founded by the Society of Automotive Engineers. Cornell University College of Engineering Carpenter Hall Ithaca, NY 14853-2201 607-255-4326 engineering.cornell.edu REMARKS : NO AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING COURSE SPECIFICALLY

Kettering University
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Kettering University, formerly known as General Motors Institute, is a small university with less than 3,000 students. Kettering offers a Masters of Science in Engineering Automotive Systems. Kettering University 1700 W Third Avenue/1700 University Avenue Flint, Michigan 48504-6214 810-762-9500 kettering.edu

The University of Texas at Austin

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The University of Texas at Austin's Cokrell School of Engineering ties in sixth place with Texas A&M University. Together with the SAE , the University of Texas established the

UTSAE (University of Texas at Austin Society of Automotive Engineers), which allows students to experience hands-on engineering and apply their skills to real-world examples. The University of Texas at Austin 1 University Station Austin, Texas 78712 512-471-3434 utexas.edu

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University ties in sixth place with the University of Texas. Texas A&M University is also in association with the SAE and has won several FSAE championships. Texas A&M University Department of Mechanical Engineering 3123 TAMU College Station TX 77843-3123 979-845-1251 engineering.tamu.edu

Virginia Polytechnic Institute

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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University ranks seventh for automotive engineering. Virginia Tech regularly participates in the FSAE championships and is the local head of the U.S. car racing industry established in North Carolina. Virginia Polytechnic Institute 3046 Torgersen Hall Blacksburg, VA 24061 540-231-6641 eng.vt.edu

University of California, Davis

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University of California, Davis is one of the best schools to study automotive engineering because of the program's practical education. UC Davis is ranked among the top engineering programs, according to "U.S. News and World Report." University of California, Davis One Shields Avenue Davis, CA 95616 530-752-1011 engineering.ucdavis.edu

Clemson University
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Clemson University founded the Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR), a 250-acre advanced technology research center. The center has a master's degree and a Ph.D. program in automotive engineering. Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research 5 Research Drive Greenville, SC 29607 864-283-7100 cuicar.com

Read more: The Top 10 Universities for Automobile Engineering in the US | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/list_7229618_top-10-universities-automobile-engineering.html#ixzz1lgekJEtU

KETTERING UNIVERSITY : https://vermilion.kettering.edu/academics/departments/mechanical-engineering-use/programsstudy/specializations/automotive

Engineers who are interested in the design, development and manufacturing of automobiles woould be particularly interested in this specialty. Students who decide to enroll in the Automotive specialty gain greater insight into automotive engineering through classes such as Engine Design, Vehicle Performance and Transmission Design, as well as Chassis Design. Automotive students work closely with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), which Automotive students are required to join. (Apply on-line at www.sae.org/membership.) Students work on vehicle projects throughout their tenure. These projects enable them to acquire hands-on problem solving techniques, as well as program management skills that are essential in the automotive industry. The basic philosophy behind the Automotive specialty is two fold:
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To provide students with the fundamental knowledge in the field of Mechanical Engineering and provide them with the tools to be a contributing team member. To provide the students with the basic and introductory knowledge of Automotive engineering in the areas of Powertrain Engineering, Vehicle Performance, Chassis Design, culminating with the experience of the Vehicle Design Project course.

If you have any questions about the Automotive Specialty, please contact any of the following automotive faculty:
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Dr. Greg Davis Dr. Craig Hoff Dr. Richard Lundstrom Dr. Bassem Ramadan