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    General Engineering (MEng)

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    Storrs, USMEngOnline1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $39,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    39.5%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut is a 30-credit, 1-year, online MEng program based in Storrs, US. Tuition is $39,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The General Engineering concentration within the Master of Engineering degree lists various engineering fields including advanced manufacturing, systems engineering, and biomedical engineering. It now corresponds to Multidisciplinary Engineering, focusing on core disciplines and electives for practicing engineers.

    Focus: coursework
    #36 U.S. News (online engineering)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

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

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Proof of English Proficiency (international applicants only). Effective for applicants applying initially to the Spring 2026 term and beyond, there will be new minimum score requirements for the Duolingo and PTE English Proficiency Exams. Please refer to our Admissions Requirements webpage for more information.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Proof of English Proficiency (international applicants only). Effective for applicants applying initially to the Spring 2026 term and beyond, there will be new minimum score requirements for the Duolingo and PTE English Proficiency Exams. Please refer to our Admissions Requirements webpage for more information.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

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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 General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut cost?
    The total estimated tuition for General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut is $39,000 across 30 required credits.
    Is General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut online or in-person?
    General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut take to complete?
    General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    Is General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut?
    General Engineering (MEng) at University of Connecticut reports an acceptance rate of approximately 39.5%.