Lehigh is one of just 187 universities in the U.S. designated R1, the nation’s highest research classification, recognizing universities with very high levels of research spending and doctoral production. Students benefit from the resources and opportunities of a top-tier research university while learning in small classes taught by internationally recognized faculty. Located in the welcoming city of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Lehigh offers a safe, vibrant community with abundant parks, hiking, and outdoor recreation, while New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. are all within easy reach for internships, networking, cultural experiences, and travel.
At a Glance
- 100% of Rossin College PhD students are fully funded
- $100,000 average starting salary, Class of 2025 master's graduates
- Up to 36 months of authorized U.S. work eligibility after graduation (OPT + STEM extension)
- Recent graduate employers include Meta, Google, Amazon, Tesla, Boeing, and Pfizer
Connect with Our China-Based Graduate Recruitment Manager
April Hu is your direct contact for information about Lehigh's engineering graduate programs, application guidance, funding opportunities, and life at Lehigh.
- WeChat: search April_LU_China, or scan the QR code below
- Phone: 13122078042
- Email: inchina@lehigh.edu
Why Study Engineering at Lehigh?
Lehigh's P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science is a leader in interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration, and graduate-level innovation. Our master's and Ph.D. programs prepare students for careers in global technology companies, research labs, manufacturing, data science, and academia.
- Cutting-edge multi-million dollar engineering research facilities spanning state-of-the-art structural testing facilities to renowned electron microscopy and comprehensive materials characterization accessible to all
- Collaborative research culture comprising three Interdisciplinary Research Institutes (Functional Materials & Devices, Data/Intelligent Systems & Computation, and Cyber Physical Infrastructure & Energy) and 3 University Research Centers (Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience, Community-Driven Assistive Technologies, Advancing Community Electrification Solutions)
- World-class faculty with industry and research expertise. More than 77% are tenured or tenure-track, with approximately 30% holding one or more prestigious Fellow titles from major national and international professional organizations (NAE, IEEE, ASME, ASCE, AIMBE, NAI)
- 4:1 student-to-faculty ratio offering distinctively personalized mentorship from faculty who care deeply about high quality education and cutting edge research
- STEM-OPT eligible: up to 12 months of standard work authorization plus a 24-month STEM extension — up to 36 months total to work in the U.S. after graduation
- Strong career outcomes and hands-on internship opportunities enabled by dedicated graduate career counseling, extensive professional development resources, expansive corporate relations, and real-world engagement in hands-on projects and capstone experiences; average starting salaries of $100,000 (master's) and $115,000 (PhD)
See full outcomes data → engineering.lehigh.edu/china/outcomes
Graduate Engineering Programs
Popular programs among our Chinese applicants:
- Electrical & Computer Engineering (MS/PhD)
- Computer Science & Engineering (MS/PhD)
- Civil & Environmental Engineering (MS/PhD)
- Data Science (MS) — interdisciplinary, cross-college program
- Mechanical Engineering (MS)
- Industrial & Systems Engineering (PhD)
View the complete list of graduate programs: engineering.lehigh.edu/academics/graduate/programs
Tuition & Funding at a Glance
- Master's: $52,050 base tuition for 30-credit master's degree completed in 2 years or less
- Master's: qualified students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships as high as $10k — no separate application required
- PhD: 100% of Rossin College PhD students are fully funded (stipend, tuition, and subsidized health insurance)
See full cost and funding details → engineering.lehigh.edu/china/cost
Application Deadlines
Because visa processing takes time, we recommend applying earlier than Lehigh's general deadlines:
- Fall admission: apply by June 1
- Spring admission: apply by November 1
- Summer admission: apply by April 1
See full application requirements and timeline → engineering.lehigh.edu/china/apply
Life at Lehigh & International Student Support
Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Lehigh combines a safe and welcoming community with access to major technology corridors such as New York City and Philadelphia. International students benefit from dedicated advising, English-language support, career services, and cultural programming through Lehigh's Office of International Students and Scholars.
Ready to Learn More?
Contact April Hu today for personalized guidance on choosing a program, preparing your application, and planning your graduate study journey in the United States.
- WeChat: search April_LU_China, or scan the QR code below
- Phone: 13122078042
- Email: inchina@lehigh.edu
理海大学是美国仅有187所获评R1级别——即美国最高科研分类等级——的大学之一，该级别专门授予科研投入和博士培养均达到极高水平的高校。学生们既能享受顶尖研究型大学的丰富资源与机会，又能在国际知名教授授课的小班课堂中学习。理海大学坐落于宾夕法尼亚州热情友好的伯利恒市，周边拥有众多公园、徒步步道及户外休闲场所，社区安全且充满活力；同时，纽约、费城和华盛顿特区都近在咫尺，便于实习、社交拓展、体验多元文化以及旅行。
概览
- 100% 博士学生获得全额奖学金资助
- 平均起薪高达$100,000（根据2025届硕士毕业生数据）
- 毕业生享有高达36个月的OPT合法工作时间（含STEM延期）
- 近年毕业生主要雇主包括Meta、Google、Amazon、Tesla、Boeing、Pfizer等知名国际企业
联系驻中国的研究生招生经理
胡老师（April Hu）为您提供理海大学工程研究生项目、申请指南、奖学金机会以及校园生活等一对一咨询。
- 微信：搜索 April_LU_China，或扫描下方二维码
- 电话：13122078042
- 邮箱：inchina@lehigh.edu
为什么选择在理海大学攻读工程研究生？
理海大学P.C. Rossin工程与应用科学学院在跨学科研究、产业合作及研究生层面的创新方面处于领先地位。我们的硕士与博士项目为学生在全球科技企业、科研实验室、制造业、数据科学及学术界的职业发展做好充分准备。
- 拥有价值数百万美元的先进工程科研设施，涵盖一流的结构测试实验室、知名的电子显微镜中心以及全面的材料表征平台，所有学生均可使用
- 协作共研的学术氛围，涵盖三大跨学科研究院（功能材料与器件、数据与智能系统计算、网络物理基础设施与能源）以及三个大学级研究中心（灾害建模与韧性、社区导向辅助技术、社区电气化推进方案）
- 拥有兼具产业与科研经验的世界一流师资：超过77%为终身教职或终身教职轨教师，约30%拥有一个或多个国家级/国际级专业学会（NAE、IEEE、ASME、ASCE、AIMBE、NAI）授予的院士（Fellow）荣誉称号
- 师生比低至4:1，教师团队高度重视教学质量与前沿科研，为学生提供极具个性化的指导
- 符合STEM-OPT申请资格：可获得最长12个月的标准工作许可，外加24个月的STEM延期，毕业后在美国合法工作时间最长可达36个月
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实习机会丰富、就业前景优异，得益于专属的研究生职业发展指导、丰富的职业发展资源、广泛的企业合作关系，以及真实的实践项目与毕业设计经验，硕士毕业生平均起薪 $100,000，博士毕业生平均起薪$115,000
查看完整就业数据 → engineering.lehigh.edu/china/outcomes
研究生工程项目
深受中国申请者欢迎的热门项目：
- 电气与计算机工程（硕士/博士）
- 计算机科学与工程（硕士/博士）
- 土木与环境工程（硕士/博士）
- 数据科学（硕士）——跨学科、跨学院项目
- 机械工程（硕士）
- 工业与系统工程（博士）
查看完整研究生项目列表：engineering.lehigh.edu/academics/graduate/programs
学费与资助概览
- 硕士：30学分硕士学位基础学费为$52,050（2年或以内完成）
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硕士：符合优秀奖学金授予条件的申请者，将自动获得最高$10,000的奖学金，无需单独 提交奖学金申请
- 博士：Rossin工程学院100%的博士生获得全额资助（含生活津贴、学费及补贴医疗保险）
查看完整学费与资助详情 → engineering.lehigh.edu/china/cost
申请截止日期
由于签证办理需要时间，我们建议您比理海大学的常规截止日期更早申请：
- 秋季入学：6月1日前申请
- 春季入学：11月1日前申请
- 夏季入学：4月1日前申请
查看完整申请要求与时间安排 → engineering.lehigh.edu/china/apply
理海大学生活与国际学生支持
理海大学坐落于宾夕法尼亚州伯利恒市，社区安全友好，同时便捷连接纽约、费城等主要科技走廊。国际学生可通过理海大学国际学生与学者办公室（OISS）获得专属学业指导、英语支持、职业发展服务及丰富的文化活动。
想了解更多信息？
立即联系胡老师，获取专业的一对一咨询，帮助您选择专业、准备申请材料，并规划您在美国的研究生学习之旅。添加请注明来意，建议格式：姓名+在读年级+申请咨询，示例：陈同学+大三+咨询数据科学硕士。
- 微信：搜索 April_LU_China，或扫描下方二维码
- 电话：13122078042
- 邮箱：inchina@lehigh.edu
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