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Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Design

The Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Design program covers a broad range of areas, including civil engineering, transportation, and space exploration, all grounded in industry best practices. Choose one of six career pathways that align your academic interests and career goals, and emerge with the skills you need to deliver efficient and effective solutions using a systems engineering mindset.

#2 Grad Program
Industrial Engin. (U.S. News & World Report, 2026)
1-3 Years
Full-time or Part-time

About the Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Design

Systems engineering is the modern design process in government and industry that integrates the work of diverse specialists into complex products and processes. Systems engineering touches everything: from telescopes that orbit tens of thousands of miles above earth to the cars that we drive every day. Systems engineers and their work have a major impact on the modern world.

In times of great change and major advancements in the way we work, think, and travel, systems engineering has never been more important or more challenging.

What You'll Learn

  • Acquire breadth across disciplines
  • Gain management skills and the ability to influence and direct product development at a systems level
  • Understand practical applications of systems engineering and design through a chosen practicum
  • Preparedness for the exam leading to certification as an Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASPE) or Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Experience Type
100% Online
Format
Cohort-Based
Subjects
  • Business
  • Science
  • Technology
Credits
30 Credits

Tuition and Funding

Tuition is determined by a number of factors. Detailed information about tuition and fees for academic programs is available at the Office of the Registrar. Cost of attendance information can be found at the Office of Financial Aid’s website.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Distance Education Disclosure

Current and prospective online students are advised to review the notices provided on our Distance Education Disclosures page. This page contains institutional policies and federally required disclosures that impact online students, including information about the state authorization and professional licensure status of the university's online programs, unique complaint procedures available to out-of-state online students, and important notices for international students.

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