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    Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.)

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    Los Angeles, USMSOnline28 months
    STEM-OPT
    $39,600.00
    Tuition
    over 28mo
    78%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    57
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is a 36-credit, 28-month, online MS program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $39,600 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Flexible master's program allowing focus on engineering specializations such as aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or multidisciplinary study including data science engineering and engineering management. Consists of nine courses including at least five at 200 level and a directed study capstone project.

    Focus: coursework
    #1 Best Online Master's in Engineering Program (US News)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    May 15, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE: General; may be waived
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: 87 (prior to Jan 21 2026); 4.5 (on/after); sections Writing 25, Speaking 24, Reading 21, Listening 17
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7.0 overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $28,767.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is $39,600 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles take to complete?
    Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is structured around 28 months and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate coursework
    Is Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Engineering - Online (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.