Master of Engineering MEng Program

Your next engineering challenge may call for deeper expertise—or a broader technical perspective. The Master of Engineering (MEng) is a professional graduate degree centered on advanced engineering study rather than a research thesis. At Michigan Tech, you can shape your studies around your professional interests and, where approved, connect advanced engineering coursework with business or a practicum.

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

Who is This Program For?

This degree may be a good fit if you already have an engineering foundation and want to expand your technical range, explore a related engineering area, or prepare for responsibilities that cross engineering and organizational boundaries. It is designed primarily for professional development rather than for students seeking a research-intensive thesis program.

What You'll Study

Build on your engineering background with graduate coursework matched to your goals. With an approved study plan, you can deepen your expertise in one discipline or connect ideas across engineering fields. Your approved academic plan determines which options and requirements apply.

Where You'll Apply Your Knowledge and Skills

The MEng's flexibility lets you connect advanced engineering knowledge to the problems encountered in your own technical field. You might use an approved program of study to strengthen design decisions, evaluate system tradeoffs, approach a multidisciplinary project, or communicate technical recommendations more effectively.

Because your MEng can follow different engineering disciplines, your choice of potential workplaces is broad: engineering consultancies, manufacturing firms, and public technical agencies. Caterpillar develops engineered products, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages complex infrastructure, and Dow employs engineering specialists. Choose a course pathway to advance in your current career or pivot to a new one.

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

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.

MEng, Engineering: Coursework Option

The minimum requirements are as follows:

Distribution of Coursework Credit
Distribution	Credits
5000–6000 series (minimum)	16 credits
3000–4000 level (maximum)	14 credits
Total (minimum)	30 credits

MEng, Engineering: Practicum Option

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.

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

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's and Master's in as few as five years.

This online Accelerated Master’s program allows you to count up to 9 approved credits towards both degrees. It is designed for highly motivated students who wish to enter a mid-level position in their career 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

Amy Landis

Graduate Assistant

Mariana Nakashima

Application Process and Admissions Requirements

Using a holistic approach, our graduate admissions team reviews applications on an individual and ongoing basis. 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, but you will need to upload them later.

Graduate Admissions Process

Applying to your graduate program is free (no application fees) and fast (no official transcripts or test scores are needed to start). The application process involves three easy steps. Please note that international applicants are required to pay a non-refundable $10 processing fee per application.

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Graduate 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 Admissions Requirements

To be considered for admission to your program as either 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.

See additional application requirements, including required materials:

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 scores as of January 21, 2026: Recommended Score of 4.5
- For tests taken before January 21, 2026: Recommended Score of 90 iBT
IELTS: Recommended Overall Band Score of 6.5

Michigan Tech requires a minimum 4.5 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. We offer over 125 graduate certificates, master's degrees, and PhD programs to provide our students and the world with what tomorrow needs.