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    Systems Engineering

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    Atlanta, USPmaseHybrid2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $41,500.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is a 30-credit, 2-year, hybrid Pmase program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $41,500 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides mathematical, scientific, and engineering foundations for developing, deploying, and evaluating modeling and analysis strategies in systems engineering. It covers systems thinking, modeling and simulation, Model-Based Systems Engineering, project management, and culminates in a team-based capstone project.

    Focus: coursework
    U.S. News & World Report #4 Best Graduate Engineering Schools, Industrial and Systems Engineering #1

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Test Scores (Optional). You may choose to submit standardized test scores, most commonly GRE or GMAT. This is not required for admission into the program.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min All applicants must satisfy this requirement before their application is considered for admission. U.S. Citizens and U.S. Permanent Residents can satisfy the requirement with their lawful presence document. All other applicants should refer to the English Language Proficiency requirements (https://grad.gatech.edu/english-proficiency). From grad.gatech.edu/english-proficiency: TOEFL iBT Prior to January 2026: Overall ≥ 90; After January 2026: Overall ≥ 4.5 with section mins.
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS ≥ 7 overall band score - Reading ≥ 6.5, Listening ≥ 6.5, Speaking ≥ 6.5, Writing ≥ 5.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $24,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is $41,500 across 30 required credits.
    Is Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is offered hybrid.
    How long does Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus take to complete?
    Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: GPA of at least 3.0
    Is Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.