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    Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science

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    Boulder, USMSMEIn-person
    STEM-OPT
    $90,795.00
    Tuition
    45
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder is a 45-credit, in-person MSME program based in Boulder, US. Tuition is $90,795 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Dual degree combining Professional MS in Computer Science requiring 24 credits including breadth and sub-plan courses with ME in Engineering Management requiring 21 credits. Total 45 credits of graduate coursework at 5000 level or above.

    Focus: coursework
    QS: 320, Times Higher Education: 143, US News: 98 | US News Engineering #18 (tie)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE not required (CS); optional for low GPA (EMEN, mid-150s suggested but no strict minimum)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Engineering Management: 100 total (Graduate School table)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Engineering Management: 7.5 total (Graduate School table)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (plus 24-month STEM extension)

    $18,684.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder is $90,795 across 45 required credits.
    Is Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder online or in-person?
    Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder is offered in-person.
    How long does Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder take to complete?
    Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder is structured around 45 credits.
    Is Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder?
    Post-completion work rights for Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder: 12 months OPT (plus 24-month STEM extension)