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    Nuclear Engineering

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    Ann Arbor, USMSEIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $93,600.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    37%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    31
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MSE program based in Ann Arbor, US. Tuition is $93,600 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers nuclear engineering and radiological sciences, including fission systems and radiation transport, materials and radiation effects, plasmas and nuclear fusion, and radiation measurements and imaging.

    Focus: both
    #1 U.S. News and World Report
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Oct 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are optional for MS applicants
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum TOEFL score requirements: CBT 220; Paper 560; iBT 84
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $21,016.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is $93,600 across 30 required credits.
    Is Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor online or in-person?
    Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is offered in-person.
    How long does Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take to complete?
    Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?
    Nuclear Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor reports an acceptance rate of approximately 37%.