Master of Engineering MEng Degree | Michigan Tech Graduate School

Master of Engineering—MEng

The master's of engineering (MEng) degree is a professional degree. The MEng is a coursework-only degree is designed for students who want to enhance their educational background, but are not interested in doing advanced research. The degree is flexible in that it allows students to gain either a greater depth or more breadth in professional skills. Students may even elect to take coursework in business, in addition to advanced engineering courses, that prepares them for careers in business or government. Are you ready?

Accelerated Master's Program is available for current Michigan Tech students. Explore our Online Master's Program.

Program Overview

Engineers who enter the master's of engineering program have the opportunity to go beyond the discipline they graduated in and broaden their skills. Most students that graduate with a Master's degree enjoy increased salaries and better opportunities to move into management positions. The University offers degree tracks in:

Delivery Options
- Online: MEng
- Accelerated: MEng
- On-Campus: MEng

Engineering Program Details

Learn more about the master's of engineering program at Michigan Tech. For international students, Master's of Engineering is a designated STEM program.

On-Campus Programs

MEng, Engineering: Coursework Option

This master of engineering degree is intended to be a terminal professional degree where the candidate demonstrates advanced ability in coursework and with an advanced engineering design project, or practicum.

Coursework—The minimum coursework requirements are as follows:

Total Credit Requirements
Option Parts	Credits
Coursework	26-30 credits
Practicum	0-4 credits
Total (minimum)	30 credits

Distribution of Coursework Credit
Distribution	Credits
5000–6000 series (minimum)	12 credits
3000–4000 level (maximum)	14 credits

Master of Engineering Practicum—The practicum is an advanced independent study for students in the master of engineering program. The student in consultation with the advisor develops and executes a project demonstrating capabilities in problem solving, communication, and decision making. The practicum can be completed on campus or at the site of a Michigan Tech corporate partner. Students must submit a written report and make an oral presentation related to their project to their advisory committee. In some cases, the practicum may be waived with program approval.

Accelerated MEng, Engineering

Bachelor's + 1 Year = Master's Degree

Our accelerated master's degree program is a faster, easier way for Michigan Tech students to earn a master's degree. Up to nine approved credits from your bachelor's degree can be applied towards your accelerated master's degree. Consult your graduate program director for your individualized plan. If you're thinking about pursuing a master's following your bachelor's this option may be the right choice for you.

Additional Accelerated Master's Program Details

Online Programs

MEng, Engineering (Online)

Realize your career goals in a variety of engineering disciplines. Students in the Master's of Engineering program can choose from a broad spectrum of engineering applications. 30 credits (10 courses) can be completed in as few as five semesters.

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Accelerated MEng, Engineering (Online)

For Michigan Tech students with a Bachelor's degree, fast-track your career or speed progress toward advanced studies through an online Accelerated Master's Program. The program allows you to earn both a Bachelor' and Master's in as few as five years.

This online Accelerated Master’s program allows you to count up to 6 approved credits towards both degrees. It is designed for highly motivated students who wish to enter a mid-level position in their careers after graduation or pursue doctoral studies. Set yourself up for success in an increasingly demanding job market with an online Accelerated Master’s from Michigan Tech.

Additional Program Information

Want to learn more about master's of engineering at Michigan Tech? Visit the department for more information:

Contact

Graduate Director

Leonard Bohmann

Graduate Assistant

Danielle K. Davis

Sample Areas of Interest

Select areas of interest to help customize your master's of engineering MEng. Sample areas include:

Engineering
Hybrid Electric Vehicle

Application Process and Admissions Requirements

Applications are reviewed on an individual basis using a holistic approach. Fill out our free graduate application online to apply to any of our programs. Official transcripts and scores are not required for the initial application, although you will need to upload them later.

Graduate School Admissions Process

Applying to Graduate School is free (no application fees) and fast (no official transcripts or test scores are needed to start). The application process involves three easy steps. International applicants are required to pay a non-refundable $10 processing fee per application.

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Graduate School Admissions Options

Michigan Tech offers several admissions options in order to meet the educational needs of students from a variety of backgrounds. Students should review the options available to them and apply for the program that will best help them achieve their personal educational goals.

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Graduate School Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Graduate School as a degree- or certificate-seeking student, you need to:

have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution, and
be prepared for advanced study in your chosen field, as demonstrated by your previous degree and your scholastic record.

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Student Statements

Official Transcripts

Program Specific Requirements

Program Specific

2 Letters of Recommendation
BS in Engineering. Degrees in Mathematics or Science may qualify.

International Students

GRE
TOEFL: Recommended Score of 90 iBT
IELTS: Recommended Overall Band Score of 6.5

Michigan Tech requires a minimum 79 overall TOEFL or 6.5 overall IELTS score.

Admissions Decisions

Made on a rolling basis.

Recommended Deadline

Apply at least a semester in advance of projected admission.

International Student Requirements

International Students must apply and be accepted into a degree-granting program in order to earn a graduate certificate. A non-refundable $10 processing fee per application is required.

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Accredited by HLC

Michigan Tech has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1928. Our Graduate School offers over 125 certificates, master's, and PhD programs to provide our students and the world with what tomorrow needs.