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    Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management

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    Troy, USMEngIn-person1 year
    $66,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is a 30-credit, 1-year, in-person MEng program based in Troy, US. Tuition is $66,300.

    About the program

    30-credit-hour program fusing a management/decision sciences core with a technical concentration in the student's undergraduate engineering discipline. Covers systems modeling, discrete event simulation, financial management, accounting, and project management.

    Focus: coursework
    U.S. News & World Report (Best Engineering Schools): Rensselaer ranked No. 48 (tie) in 2024
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2026
    Aug 15, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is optional for all applicants. The desired minimum scores are 146 in quantitative, 156 in verbal, and 4.0 in analytical sections.
    V 156 · Q 146
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The desired minimum TOEFL score is 90.
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US) (STEM OPT extension eligibility is program-specific and not verified here).

    $18,870.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is $66,300 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute online or in-person?
    Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute take to complete?
    Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
    Per the program's published guidance: The desired minimum grade point average (GPA) using a 4-point scale is 3.5 but an applicant with outstanding credentials in other areas of academic performance with GPAs above 3.2 is considered for admission.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering and Technology Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: 12 months OPT (US) (STEM OPT extension eligibility is program-specific and not verified here).