Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    University of Hawaii at Manoa

    Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS)

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Honolulu, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $67,296.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    39%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Honolulu, US. Tuition is $67,296 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Covers core topics in ocean engineering including hydrostatics, oceanography, water wave mechanics, and underwater acoustics. Offers specialization in coastal, offshore, ocean resources, or oceanographic engineering through option-area courses, culminating in a thesis or independent project.

    Focus: both

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign up for 7-day free trial

    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Aug 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE test results are not required but will be considered if submitted
    TOEFL
    required
    Min For minimum admissible scores please see the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa English Proficiency webpage (Graduate Division minimum: Overall score of 61 TOEFL iBT; scores may vary for each graduate program)
    IELTS
    required
    Min For minimum admissible scores please see the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa English Proficiency webpage (Graduate Division minimum: Overall score of 6.00 IELTS Academic; scores may vary for each graduate program)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $20,744.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is $67,296 across 30 required credits.
    Is Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa online or in-person?
    Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is offered in-person.
    How long does Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa take to complete?
    Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Per the program's published guidance: B average, usually a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.