2.2 Differences Between MechE Master’s Programs at UC Berkeley
| 5th Year MS Program | M. Eng | Standard MS Program* |
| Normative Time: Two semesters | Normative Time: Two semesters | Normative Time: Three semesters |
| Coursework Only | Coursework + Capstone Project | Coursework + Research |
| Oral Exam | Oral Exam | Written Report + Presentation |
| Only current UCB MechEs can apply | Anyone can apply | Anyone can apply |
| Terminal Degree | Terminal Degree | Better prepares students for the PhD |
| No semester breaks between ugrad/grad program | Breaks allowed | Breaks allowed |
| Standard Academic Masters Fees apply** | Professional Fees Apply** | Standard Academic Masters Fees apply** |
| ** https://registrar.berkeley.edu/tuition-fees-residency/tuition-fees/fee-schedule | *This program will not be open for application in F18 (for admission in F19) | |