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    Engineering-Related Fields

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    Evanston, USMEMIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $67,968.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    29.1%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    12
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University is a 12-credit, 1-year, in-person MEM program based in Evanston, US. Tuition is $67,968 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Combines professional engineering practice with core business and management subjects. Students tailor electives to their area of specialization and develop management and leadership skills.

    Focus: coursework
    QS World University Rankings: #50 | US News #16 Best Engineering Schools
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90 iBT (many programs); TGS MS min 80
    IELTS
    required
    Min The Graduate School Minimum IELTS score = 7.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $93,065.00
    Avg starting salary
    90%
    6-month placement
    $22,059.00
    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 Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University is $67,968 across 12 required credits.
    Is Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University online or in-person?
    Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University is offered in-person.
    How long does Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University take to complete?
    Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University is structured around 1 year and 12 credits.
    What GPA is required for Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Engineering-Related Fields at Northwestern University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.