Mechanical Engineering Frostburg Collaborative Program

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
In collaboration with the University of Maryland College Park
Earn a UMCP Mechanical Engineering degree from the FSU Campus
Spend four years taking in all that Frostburg State has to offer, and earn a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP). This collaborative program between two University System of Maryland schools brings abundant opportunities for Frostburg student life with high-quality upper-level engineering classes delivered via interactive video straight from College Park.
Enjoy Frostburg State University’s state-of-the-art lab facilities, small class sizes, and friendly atmosphere while earning a degree from the University of Maryland College Park, whose mechanical engineering program is ranked 16th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report (2017 Survey). The Mechanical Engineering Frostburg Collaborative program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
How It Works
First Half of the Program
During the first-year and sophomore years, you will be enrolled as a pre-engineering major at FSU. You will complete general education and engineering science courses taught by faculty onsite at FSU. FSU tuition rates apply during this time.
Second Half of the Program
After completing 45 credits of designated course work, you must apply for admission to UMCP’s Clark School of Engineering. After meeting UMCP’s admissions standards, you will be accepted into the second half of the program as an engineering major. UMCP’s tuition rates apply for this part of the program.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mechanical Engineering Frostburg Collaborative Program is to provide excellent undergraduate education in mechanical engineering; to establish close partnership with and provide technical knowledge to industry, government and local business; to contribute to economic development within the state of Maryland, specifically in the Western Maryland region; and to provide related services to the campus community and community at large.
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Career Outlook for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers work in some of the most broad and varied fields in engineering, from auto research to robotics to biomedicine to the design and manufacturing of everyday machines, such as elevators and internal combustion engines. Mechanical engineers with experience in computational design and simulation are expected to be most in demand. For more information, visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics - Mechanical Engineering.
Beyond the Classroom
In addition to coursework, you'll have a variety of ways to build your skill set and resume.
- Gain real-world experience with opportunities like service learning, internships, summer employment and lab assistant work-studies.
- Use cutting-edge engineering technology used in the additive manufacturing 3D print lab, robotics lab, materials testing lab, computational engineering workstations, and many other great resources.
- Work in multi-disciplinary teams to develop critical thinking and communication skills.
- Meet your peers in the student chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineering and take part in fun projects and outreach outside of class.