Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    The Pennsylvania State University

    Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.)

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    University Park, USMPSOnline2 years
    $34,221.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    33
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 33-credit, 2-year, online MPS program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $34,221.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program covering renewable energy technologies, sustainability systems, energy markets, policy, and regulation. Offers tracks in sustainability management and policy or renewable energy systems, with core courses, electives, and a capstone.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 20, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum test scores and exceptions are found in the English Proficiency section on the Fox Graduate School's "Requirements for Graduate Admission"; TOEFL iBT: total score of at least 4.5 with a 3.5 or greater on the speaking section (or prior to Jan 21 2026: total at least 80 with 19 or greater on speaking)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum test scores and exceptions are found in the English Proficiency section on the Fox Graduate School's "Requirements for Graduate Admission"; IELTS: composite score of 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,800.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

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

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $34,221 across 33 required credits.
    Is Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 33 credits.
    What GPA is required for Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    What work-permit options follow Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems (M.P.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University: 12 months OPT (US)