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    Nuclear Engineering

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    Seattle, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $43,260.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    34%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    42
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a 42-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Seattle, US. Tuition is $43,260 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The University of Washington does not offer a specific Master's in Nuclear Engineering. However, students interested in this field can apply to the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) program. The MSME curriculum is flexible, offering coursework, project-based, and thesis options, which allows students to focus their studies and research on various areas within mechanical engineering, potentially including topics relevant to nuclear applications such as thermal-fluid sciences and materials. The program requires 42 credits for completion and offers both on-campus and online formats.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    After the program

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    36 months OPT (US)

    $27,784.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $43,260 across 42 required credits.
    Is Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus online or in-person?
    Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus take to complete?
    Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is structured around 2 years and 42 credits.
    What GPA is required for Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Nuclear Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.