US News & World Report provides a list of test-optional PhD programs in mechanical engineering in the USA, including University of California, Berkeley and Carnegie Mellon University.
MIT's Mechanical Engineering PhD program is test-optional for the 2026 application cycle, allowing students to showcase their skills and knowledge through other means.
Inside Higher Ed discusses the trend of test-optional admissions for PhD programs, including mechanical engineering, and its potential impact on diversity and inclusion.
GradSchools.com provides a list of mechanical engineering PhD programs in the USA that are test-optional or do not require GRE scores, including University of Michigan and University of Texas at Austin.
Researchers at North Carolina State University examine the effects of test-optional policies on PhD admissions in mechanical engineering and other STEM fields.
Peterson's provides a comprehensive list of test-optional PhD programs in mechanical engineering in the USA, including deadlines, requirements, and contact information.
Stanford University's Mechanical Engineering PhD program is test-optional, and the admissions committee considers a range of factors, including academic background, research experience, and personal statement.
This video by PhD admissions consultant, Dr. Karen, provides tips and advice for navigating test-optional PhD admissions in mechanical engineering, including how to showcase skills and knowledge without test scores.