Students from Dual Degree partner institutions who do not wish to earn an engineering undergraduate degree can apply for direct admission to a masters program. 

  • For application information, please visit Engineering Graduate Admissions.
  • Students completing a non-engineering undergraduate degree from an affiliated school who are admitted directly into a master's program receive a 50% tuition scholarship. 

Why do some students choose Dual Degree?

  • Streamlined admission criteria
  • Opportunity to earn ABET-accredited bachelor's degree

Why do some students pursue an engineering master's degree without an engineering bachelor's?

  • Shorter program length
  • Faster access to advanced engineering studies

Master's Degrees Offered

Master of Engineering versus Master of Science Degrees

Master of Engineering degrees are typically viewed as terminal degrees allowing maximum flexibility in course selection. Master of Science degrees are typically more structured in terms of required course work, and students with undergraduate degrees specifically in engineering are often better prepared to enter these master's programs. Graduates from Master of Science programs are better prepared to move forward to doctoral programs, as they often become more involved in research experience. However, Master of Science programs also include course only options for those not interested in doing research.