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    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

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    Berkeley, USMEngIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $71,321.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    12%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    109
    Cohort
    students
    24
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley is a 24-credit, 1-year, in-person MEng program based in Berkeley, US. Tuition is $71,321 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    One-year full-time program combining business-oriented coursework with industrial engineering and operations research courses emphasizing optimization analytics, risk modeling, simulation, data analysis, machine learning, and data science. Prepares students for professional practice with leadership skills, technical expertise, and hands-on capstone projects partnering with industry.

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    No. 2 US News (graduate IEOR program)

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

    $21,600.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley is $71,321 across 24 required credits.
    Is Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley online or in-person?
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley take to complete?
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley is structured around 1 year and 24 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of California-Berkeley is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.