Engineering, MS
Are you an analytical thinker who sees possibilities where others see obstacles? Gain technical expertise and strengthen your leadership skills as you address complex engineering challenges. Advance your career in a rapidly evolving technological world.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
Engineering master's description
In the Master of Science program in engineering, you develop applied analytical expertise across disciplinary boundaries, with direct applications of advanced design principles to system design, management and control.
Your expertise, developed through the core curriculum, is reinforced with the flexibility of focus area options that include alternative energy, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering.
The culminating experience options are flexible, allowing you to tailor the program to your specific career goals while you become a problem-solver who can shape the future.
Why study engineering at ASU?
As a student pursuing a master's degree in engineering at the Fulton Schools, you'll collaborate with faculty, take part in applied research, pursue internships, and work on engineering projects that connect what you learn in the classroom with professional practice.
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Join ASU's engineering community through student organizations, interdisciplinary research, innovation and entrepreneurship programs, professional development workshops and networking events.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
30 credit hours and a portfolio, or
30 credit hours and a thesis, or
30 credit hours including the required applied project course (EGR 593)
Required Core (6 credit hours) Focus Area (15 credit hours) Electives (3, 6 or 9 credit hours) Culminating Experience (0, 3 or 6 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information The elective credit hours required are dependent on the chosen culminating experience option. Completion of 30 credit hours of coursework is required for all culminating experience options.
EGR 520 Engineering Analysis I (3)
EGR 530 Principles of Systems Engineering (3)
EGR 593 Applied Project (3) or
EGR 599 Thesis (6) or
portfolio (0)
Students should see the academic unit for a list of approved electives.
Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a U.S. bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree in engineering, physical sciences, mathematics or a similar field from an international institution that is officially recognized in that country. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in their first bachelor's degree program or in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program; or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in nine credit hours of graduate coursework from a U.S. institution; or a cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable conferred master's degree program from a regionally accredited college or university. All applicants must submit: Additional Application Information If the applicant does not meet the minimum GPA requirements, the application may still be considered. In certain cases, aptitude demonstrated through professional experience or additional postbaccalaureate education will be considered.
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | Rolling* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | Rolling* |
*A rolling deadline means that applications will continue to be reviewed on a regular basis until the semester begins. International students should be mindful of visa deadlines to ensure there is time to produce necessary visa documents. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit application materials as soon as possible for consideration.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Careers this engineering master's degree prepares you for
Engineers collaborate on interdisciplinary teams to design, manufacture and deliver innovative technological products and services. Program graduates have not only sophisticated engineering technical skills but also the important professional skills of communication, teamwork and collaboration, and the adaptability that many employers seek.
Graduates are prepared to work in large corporations, government agencies and small businesses, as well as to pursue a doctorate degree. Because of the emphasis on design and project-based learning, the program supports an entrepreneurial spirit, and some graduates start companies of their own.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
Engineering Programs
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SUTON 240
polygrad@asu.edu
480-727-1874
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the "New Programs" option.
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
