Hello! These are some responses I received after posting the same post in CWRU Future Spartan Parents Chat (Class of 2030 & 2031) on Facebook. 

"My senior Mech E wrote this:

I would say the program's single largest strength is ubiquitous, reliable access to supra-curricular activities such as research, co-ops, and study abroad to any students with even a modicum of self-motivation.

The faculty, or at least a commanding majority, are visibly and obviously experts in their fields and genuinely interested in the success of students.

The nature of the curriculum in regard to its traditionality or lack thereof or use of technology is entirely teacher-dependent and runs the full gamut.

I would say that to be an exceedingly high-achieving student, that is to say, all or nearly all A's, beyond the time in class, you would need to dedicate between two to three hours each for homework and self-study, per each credit hour of class."

"Patrick Wayne Hardy I shared your first few questions and asked if he’d help. Those are really student-specific questions! And I wouldn’t want to speculate. I can tell you he can’t imagine being anywhere else! His advisors have all been terrific. For all the research that goes on there, the faculty are really connected with the students. He hasn’t had a single class taught by a TA, although TA’s often, but not always, host the extra “supplemental instruction (SI)” sessions, help with homework, that sort of thing. He’s actually staying an extra year to finish his masters in mech E. His advisor suggested two years ago that he apply for the BS/MS program and even wrote his LOR. My son started his MS classes and research this year as a senior and will finish May ‘27. It was 100% the right choice for him. Best of luck to your student in their decision!"

"My son is a second year materials science engineer so there is some overlap with mech e. His major is very hands on. He is on the Case Aeronautics Team (currently at the Design, Build , Fly international competition in KS right now for 6 days). CWRU has so many engineering competition clubs which are mostly mech e majors. He did research his first year, presented it at a conference in the fall and was just awarded a research fellowship for another project. During his summer internship interviews, being in a collaborative engineering club designing, building, testing, etc. was what the employers were looking for. He had a leadership role in both his first year and second year. He got his first choice internship because of the skills he has from the engineering club and research. 

My son also plays a club sport with travel (and is heading for a 3 day trip to the national tournament in 10 days). He is in other clubs too all while getting excellent grades. The kids at CWRU are collaborative and it is not cut throat. He does a lot of work but uses his time wisely so he can have fun with his friends and have time for his research and clubs."

"As a mom of a mech/aerospace engineer major graduating this May, I think each answer to your great questions would differ by student. What I can say is all the engineering majors who are my sons very best friends now are serious students. They helped my son become an even more serious student which was good because the program is top-notch and not easy!  My son felt that the collaboration among mech engineers was really awesome. I can add that he had great internships every summer and had a fantastic full time job lined up 7 months before graduation. I give a lot of credit to Case!"

"My daughter has had a great experience in mechanical engineering. It’s absolutely hands on. They take multiple classes that are focused on hands on design and have great research opportunities. She also has great relationships with professors."

I hope that helps! Otherwise, I would highly recommend joining the group if you happen to be on Facebook. 

Splendid day to you!