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    Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.)

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    University Park, USMEngIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $48,662.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    3
    Cohort
    students
    31
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 31-credit, 1-year, in-person MEng program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $48,662 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Non-thesis professional master's degree that prepares students for careers in design of treatment facilities, environmental monitoring, process development for water quality control, industrial waste treatment, management of hazardous and toxic substances, monitoring and management of environmental quality, air pollution control, and water resource systems.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #25 Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering (graduate)

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    After the program

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

    $20,700.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $48,662 across 31 required credits.
    Is Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 1 year and 31 credits.
    What GPA is required for Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 grade-point average (on a 4.00 scale)
    Is Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Environmental Engineering (M.Eng.) at The Pennsylvania State University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.