Iowa State University, based in Ames, IA offers a fully funded Master’s in Mechanical Engineering. The Master of Science (thesis) degree emphasizes graduate research and culminates in the creation of a thesis and associated oral exam. The majority of our graduate students are supported through research assistantships and/or fellowships. Teaching assistantships are determined by the Graduate Committee. Master’s applicants will be considered for 1/2 time research or teaching assistantship with a stipend of $2350 per month, a 50% tuition scholarship.