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    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering

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    Ithaca, USMEngIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $73,946.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    31%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MEng program based in Ithaca, US. Tuition is $73,946 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Professional master's program emphasizing applications of operations research through coursework in optimization, stochastic processes, statistics, simulation, and concentrations such as applied operations research, data analytics, financial engineering. Culminates in a team-based engineering design project on real-world problems.

    Focus: coursework
    QS Subject Rankings: 17 | #11 (US News Best Engineering Schools)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min One of these two tests is required; GRE test is preferred. Current Cornell students are exempted from the GRE requirement.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min One of these two tests is required; GRE test is preferred.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT Minimum Requirements: Speaking: 22 or above, Reading: 20 or above, Listening: 15 or above, Writing: 20 or above (Cornell Engineering minima)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Minimum Requirements: Overall band score of at least 7.0 (Cornell Engineering minima)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $37,418.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University is $73,946 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University online or in-person?
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University take to complete?
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University?
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Operations Research and Information Engineering at Cornell University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 31%.