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    Master of Science in Systems Engineering

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    Charlottesville, USMSIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $47,730.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    30
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is a 30-credit, 18-month, in-person MS program based in Charlottesville, US. Tuition is $47,730 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program combines coursework for fundamental and advanced knowledge with research leading to a thesis and scholarly papers. It focuses on systems engineering topics including economic, environmental, managerial, technical, and political aspects of large-scale systems.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Jan 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE Scores are Optional... UVA Engineering has waived the GRE test requirement for all 2026 applications to our graduate programs, meaning applicants are not required to submit GRE scores...
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The minimum internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score requirement is 90 (including sectional minimums of 20 in speaking, 20 in writing, 20 in reading and 20 in listening) if taken before 1/21/26. The minimum internet-based (iBT) score requirement is 4.5 (including sectional minimums of 4 in speaking, 4 in writing, 4 in reading and 4.5 in listening) if taken after 1/21/26. The minimum paper-based TOEFL score requirement is 600.
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum IELTS score requirement is 6.5 in each section.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months

    $99,404.00
    Avg starting salary
    $25,282.00
    Annual living cost

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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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is $47,730 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus take to complete?
    Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is structured around 18 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: B average (3.0)
    Is Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Systems Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.