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Master of Plastics Engineering
University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Lowell, United States
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
The ABET-accredited, calculus-based programme trains students in product and mold design, materials science and advanced processing.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge related to Plastics Engineering. Areas of study described in the supplied curriculum include: Early years cover composition
- general education
- maths
- physics and engineering fundamentals.
Career outcomes
- Process engineer
- project engineer
- manufacturing engineer
- product design engineer
Curriculum
- Early years cover composition
- general education
- maths
- physics and engineering fundamentals. Includes a paid off-campus co-op at the end of the sophomore or junior year
- and an advanced product design or independent research project near the end
- employers include 3M
- Medtronic and EVCO Plastics.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree (four-year equivalent
- credential evaluation for business and FAHSS)
- statement of purpose
- two recommendations
- transcripts and resume
- GRE/GMAT mostly optional or waivable. English test required.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (international transcripts must show four-year degree equivalent; NACES credential evaluation for business and FAHSS), statement of purpose, 2 recommendations, transcripts; GRE/GMAT mostly optional or waivable
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Check the college admission requirements and deadline. Apply online through UMass Lowell Graduate Admissions (engineering programmes use EngineeringCAS) and pay the application fee (50-75 USD by college). Upload transcripts (four-year degree equivalent
- with credential evaluation where required)
- statement of purpose
- recommendations
- resume and English test scores. Show proof of financial support to receive the I-20
- then apply for the F-1 visa. The ISSO sends visa information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $31,100 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $63 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Lowell campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Francis College of Engineering |
| Department | Department of Plastics Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | UMass Lowell publishes scholarship and funding opportunities for eligible international students, with programme- and applicant-specific restrictions. Confirm the exact postgraduate programme, scholarship requirements and competitive selection before assuming an award. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
Tuition is $31,100 USD per year. The application fee is $63 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,046 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5.