Degree Requirements

There are two master's degree programs from which to choose. Both require a minimum of 30 hours.

The Master of Engineering degree requires a minimum of ten (10) 3-hr. courses and no thesis.

The Master of Science degree requires a minimum of eight (8) 3-hr. courses in addition to 6-hrs. of thesis.

A majority of the credits earned must be in 700- and 800-level courses.

Ph.D. requirements may be obtained from the Graduate Director of each department. Note: All Ph.D. programs require a research component that must be done in residence at the College of Engineering and Computing. Please click on the Contacts link to discuss research issues with the appropriate departmental Graduate Director.

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