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    Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters

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    West Lafayette, USMSE or MSHybrid2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $45,450.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    71%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette is a 30-credit, 2-year, hybrid MSE or MS program based in West Lafayette, US. Tuition is $45,450 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Concentration in the Interdisciplinary Engineering master's degree focusing on analysis, control, and design of autonomous systems. Covers control theory, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and networks for applications like self-driving cars and uncrewed vehicles.

    Focus: coursework
    88 (QS World University Rankings) | Purdue Engineering 4th (US News 2027)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE is optional (Residential); GRE is not required (Online)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Accepts Graduate School's basic requirements (Residential); Not required (Online)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Accepts Graduate School's basic requirements (Residential); Not required (Online)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $13,720.00
    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 Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette is $45,450 across 30 required credits.
    Is Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette online or in-person?
    Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette is offered hybrid.
    How long does Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette take to complete?
    Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0)
    Is Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Autonomy/Interdisciplinary Engineering Masters at Purdue University West Lafayette is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.