Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

    Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Pittsburgh, USMba/msIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $115,200.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    37%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    64
    Credits
    $50.00
    App fee

    Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a 64-credit, 2-year, in-person Mba/ms program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $115,200 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Joint program combining MBA from Katz Graduate School of Business and MS in Engineering from Swanson School of Engineering. Focuses on management roles in engineering and technology sectors with core MBA courses, engineering requirements varying by major, and elective coursework.

    Focus: coursework
    QS Full-time MBA United States #=57 (2026) | US News #47 (tie) (2025)
    Part-time option

    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 in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Optional for both MBA and MS Engineering components
    GMAT
    optional
    Min Optional; no minimum or cut-off score
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum 80 iBT (Pitt policy); recommended 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum Band 6.5 (Pitt policy); recommended 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $20,030.00
    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 Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is $115,200 across 64 required credits.
    Is Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus online or in-person?
    Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus take to complete?
    Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is structured around 2 years and 64 credits.
    What GPA is required for Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0/4.0
    Is Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Joint Degree MBA/Master of Science in Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.