Application & VISA Fees

Top Engineering Universities & Colleges in Abroad in 2025

College InfoCourse NameEligibilityFees (per Year)Financial AidAction
University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

Important Dates:Same as above
Application Fees:Same as above
Electrical & Computer EngineeringSame as aboveSame as aboveSame as aboveApply
Princeton University

Important Dates:Early Action: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1
Application Fees:$70–$75 (fee waiver available)
Computer Science & Engineering (B.S.E.)High school diploma; Common/Coalition/QuestBridge Application; counselor and 2 teacher recommendations; standardized tests optional; TOEFL/IELTS required for non-native English speakersTuition: $65,210 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$90,730Need-blind admission for all applicants; meets 100% demonstrated financial need with grants only (no loans); families earning ≤ $100,000 typically pay $0; average grant ~$75,000Apply
Princeton University

Important Dates:Early Action: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1
Application Fees:$70–$75 (fee waiver available)
Operations Research & Financial Engineering (B.S.E.)Common application with all supporting documents; strong math and analytical skills highly recommendedTuition: $65,210 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$90,730Need-blind policy; 100% demonstrated need met with grants; average aid ~$62,600; students often graduate debt-freeApply
University of Chicago

Important Dates:EA: November 1; ED1: November 1 (binding); ED2 & RD: January 3
Application Fees:$75 (waived for aid applicants)
Molecular EngineeringRequires STEM preparation; regular application components as per standardTuition: $71,325Total COA (On-Campus): $98,301Full need-based aid; families under income thresholds receive significant aid ensuring minimal out-of-pocket expenses under UChicago’s No Barriers frameworkApply
Columbia University

Important Dates:Early Decision: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1
Application Fees:$85 (fee waiver available)
Mechanical Engineering (B.S.)Strong preparation in physics, math, and chemistry recommended; must apply to Columbia Engineering (SEAS); TOEFL/IELTS for non-native speakersTuition: $70,170 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$96,990Columbia Engineering also follows full-need policy; 100% need met; no loans; families with modest income typically contribute very littleApply
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Important Dates:Same as above
Application Fees:$70 via UC application
Mechanical Engineering (B.S.)Requires STEM coursework and preparation; UC application requiredSame cost estimates applySame – full-pay expected for nonresidents/international applicants; California residents may receive aid via UC grantsApply
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Important Dates:Same application and financial aid deadlines as above
Application Fees:$75 (fee waiver available)
Mechanical Engineering (B.S.)Requires STEM coursework in high school; UC app applies to College of Engineering which follows similar admissions protocolSame COA estimates applySame aid availability for in-state students; out-of-state students must self-fundApply
Berea College

Important Dates:Early Action Deadline: Oct 31; Regular Deadline: Jan 31
Application Fees:None
B.S. in Engineering Physics (4 Yrs, Eng)High School Diploma. SAT/ACT scores are required. Must demonstrate significant financial need.NO TUITION FEES. (Students pay for housing, meals, and fees, approx. $7,000/Yr).The No-Tuition Promise: Every admitted student receives a 4-year scholarship covering 100% of tuition costs.Apply
Loughborough University

Important Dates:UCAS Deadline: 25 Jan
Application Fees:UCAS standard fee
BSc Mechanical Engineering (4 yrs incl. placement, BEng)A-level A*AA (incl. Maths & Physics); IB high; English proficiency requiredHome (UK): ~£9,535 / ₹1,260,000 / yrInternational (Band 3): ~£30,700 / ₹4,060,000 / yrSame International Scholarship applies automatically to eligible international students who firm acceptApply
Western Kentucky University (WKU)

Important Dates:App. Deadline (Fall): ~May 1 (Priority: Dec 1)
Application Fees:~$75
B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (4 Yrs, Eng)High School Diploma with strong Math & Physics. SAT/ACT may be required. English Proficiency.~INR 23 L/Yr ( ~$28,000/Yr )International Student Scholarships.Apply