Mechanical Engineering (BS)

Achieving your goal of obtaining a four-year degree is attainable through the collaborative effort of Macomb and WSU. Begin your journey by earning an associate degree at Macomb, followed by a seamless transition to Wayne State for the completion of your bachelor's degree. Throughout this academic pursuit, you have the opportunity to embrace the diverse experiences and communities offered by both campuses.

What is Mechanical Engineering? 

Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest and most versatile of the engineering disciplines. Students in the BSME program have abundant career opportunities, even if they choose not to pursue advanced degrees. With our emphasis on human-centered design as well as the multidisciplinary nature of the curriculum and the university-wide initiative on sustainability, Wayne State's ME program prepares graduates for evolving industry needs. 

What can I do with a Mechanical Engineering Degree? 

A mechanical engineering degree provides a solid technical foundation for careers in fields as diverse as automotive, autonomous vehicles, control and automation of manufacturing processes, nanotechnology, alternative energy, advanced materials, medical devices, aerospace, and patent law. A successful mechanical engineer is a creative problem-solver with a solid background in science and strong communication and teamwork skills. According to the United States Department of Labor, the median annual wage for mechanical engineers was $90,160 in May 2020.

   Associate to Bachelor's course planning 

Choose an area of study, earn the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), and complete the required courses. The Transfer Pathway gives you a roadmap to earn your degree with built-in flexibility and options to enhance your degree.  Courses not taken or transferred can be completed at Wayne State University.

1) Choose a Macomb academic program

 2) Review the Transfer Pathway Guide

• Earn the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
• Complete the required courses 

3) Connect with an advisor 

 Macomb Community College
 Counseling & Academic Advising
 586-445-7999 | askanadvisor@macomb.edu

 Transfer Student Success Center 
 Transfer Advising 
 313-577-2487 | transfer@wayne.edu

  Total credit summary

   Wayne Advantage-Macomb 

Get a jump-start on your Wayne State University classes while earning your associate degree at Macomb Community College with Wayne Advantage-Macomb. As a Wayne Advantage-Macomb student, you are admitted to Wayne State while enrolled at Macomb, which means you can take courses at one or both institutions in the same semester.

In Wayne Advantage-Macomb, you'll enjoy all the benefits that come with being admitted to Wayne State and attending a major urban research university, including:

• Access to Wayne State's libraries
• A multipurpose WSU OneCard
• Access to the Academic Success Center and Career Services
• Comprehensive academic advising
• Wayne State events and student organizations
• Study abroad opportunities

  Notes

• You can review how all courses transfer using the course equivalency tool. For a self-service, customized WSU degree audit, please visit https://wayne.edu/transfer/tess
• Wayne State requires a minimum of 30 credits in residency.
• The pathway allows multiple associate degree options with the flexibility to customize your degree path. The minimum eligibility to participate in the Wayne State Transfer Pathways is a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above, Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), and an associate degree (earned or Reverse Transfer).  See transfer credit guidelines. 
• All college-level (non-developmental), non-duplicated courses with a 2.0 (C) grade point average (GPA) or above will be considered for transfer credit. Earned credit will transfer as 1) direct course equivalency, 2) major/department credit, or 3) elective credit. Credits not earned at Macomb will need to be taken at WSU. 
• These pathways do not replace the importance of Macomb and Wayne State academic advising. The pathway provides a general roadmap to degree completion.