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Master of Systems Engineering

Ames, United States
2 years
English
On campus
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About the program

Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering is a four-year on-campus bachelor programme in the Department of Engineering, Computer Science & Physics at Otterbein University.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply concepts and methods in Systems Engineering to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in 120-credit ABET-accredited degree blending mechanical
Electrical and industrial engineering: physics. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Engineering Associate
Technical Project Coordinator
Design Engineer (subject to licensure)

Curriculum

120-credit ABET-accredited degree blending mechanical
Electrical and industrial engineering: physics
Calculus
Differential equations
Statics
Thermal-fluid sciences
Electrical systems
Production processes and quality control
Plus engineering electives and a Senior Capstone Design Project.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree equivalent to a US bachelor's with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; Programme may set higher; GRE/GMAT in most programmes; English proficiency proof; Financial statement.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree or higher from a recognised institution, Equivalent to a US bachelor's (WES/ECE/IEE evaluation accepted)

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
TOEFL PBT 550
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 53

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Identification document
Application form
Language proficiency evidence where applicable

How to apply

Check the Graduate College minimum requirements and your programme's requirements and deadline. Create an Admissions MyAccount and apply online with a permanent international mailing address. Pay the 100 USD application fee by credit card. Upload transcripts
Statement of purpose
English test scores
GRE/GMAT if the programme requires it
2-3 letters of reference. Accept your offer.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$34,439, $23,805 USD
Application fee	$100 USD
Deposit	$0 USD

Program details

Campus	Ames
Faculty or school	College of Engineering
Department	Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60,36
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Potential institution scholarships may have separate eligibility and application requirements; Confirm availability for this program.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
3 Oct 2026
Closed
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
31 Jan 2027
78 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
3 May 2027
170 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.