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

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    Boulder, USDual DegreeIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $55,468.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    45
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is a 45-credit, 2-year, in-person Dual Degree program based in Boulder, US. Tuition is $55,468 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Dual degree program combining Professional MS in Mechanical Engineering with Master of Engineering in Engineering Management. Requires 45 credit hours total: 24 from Mechanical Engineering (18 from ME department) and 21 from Engineering Management.

    Focus: coursework
    16th Best Public Graduate Mechanical Engineering Program (US News)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 10, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE not required (Mechanical Engineering); optional for low GPA only, mid-150+ recommended (Engineering Management)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Engineering Management: 100; Mechanical Engineering preferred 91 (university min 80), sections not specified
    IELTS
    required
    Min Engineering Management: 7.5; Mechanical Engineering preferred 7.0 (university min 6.5), bands not specified

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $17,160.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is $55,468 across 45 required credits.
    Is Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder online or in-person?
    Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is offered in-person.
    How long does Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder take to complete?
    Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    What GPA is required for Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    Is Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Dual Degree: Master of Engineering in Engineering Management / Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.