ME- ACCEND

What is the ME-ACCEND program?

There are two programs offered through Mechanical Engineering: a program that allows students to earn a BS in Mechanical Engineering and an MS in Mechanical Engineering and a program that provides a BS in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Mechanical Engineering is characterized by broad technical activities in the areas of product and machine design; manufacturing and production engineering; the design and installation of thermal-fluid and/or mechanical systems; and the design, analysis and development of energy producing engines or devices. Mechanical engineering courses are based on two major areas within the department - the fluid/thermal area and the structure/motion area.

Mechanical Engineering is the most diverse of the engineering fields and provides the greatest diversity of opportunities. The ACCEND program provides qualified students an opportunity to accelerate their education and compete for the more challenging and interesting jobs as design engineers, project managers, analysis, R&D and a variety of other fields.

What are the benefits of the ME-ACCEND program?

A unique college experience: Where else can you participate in a five year program and obtain both an undergraduate and master degree? Nowhere. Cutting down your time in school saves money and puts you in the job market quicker than other BS/MS engineering programs. In addition, your co-op experiences allow you to earn money while working in the field where you will gain the skills necessary for success in the industry.

Admission requirements for ACCEND

Admission into ACCEND programs is competitive and limited. The programs are not able to accept all students who apply for ACCEND.

The application process is the same as for the traditional programs; individuals complete the admissions forms found at www.admissions.uc.edu and submit them for review. The ACCEND academic advisors will review the admissions information and select the candidates who best fit the profile of successful ACCEND students. Factors that are considered include:

• SAT and / or ACT test scores (averages for 2006 were 1310 (Math and Verbal) and 29 respectively)
• High School class rank (average for 2006 was top 10%)
• High School course work (including Physics, Chemistry, Pre-Calculus and / or Calculus) and performance in those classes
• AP Courses and advanced standing and performance in those courses (average for 2006 was 20 hours of college level credit)

Questions regarding admissions and visiting?
Office of Undergraduate Student Enrollment
University of Cincinnati College of Engineering
Engineering.UG@uc.edu
513-556-5417