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    Engineering, MS

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    Irvine, USMEngIn-person9 months
    STEM-OPT
    $59,860.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    26.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine is a 36-credit, 9-month, in-person MEng program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $59,860 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides advanced technical training in engineering concentrations such as advanced manufacturing, biomedical engineering, civil and environmental engineering, electrical engineering and computer science, and mechanical and aerospace engineering, along with engineering leadership, entrepreneurship, and team-oriented capstone projects.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    May 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE test is not required and will not be reviewed for the Fall 2026 Admission Application. There is no minimum GRE score required.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT -80; TOEFL pBT -550
    IELTS
    required
    Min overall minimum score of 7 and no scores less than 6 on any individual module

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $29,479.00
    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 Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine is $59,860 across 36 required credits.
    Is Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine is offered in-person.
    How long does Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine is structured around 9 months and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine?
    Per the program's published guidance: A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 during undergraduate study
    Is Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Engineering, MS at University of California-Irvine is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.