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Master of Engineering

University of Illinois Chicago

  • Chicago, United States
  • 1 year
  • English
  • Online
  • Master

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University of Illinois Chicago campus

About the program

Dual-degree programme combining an MBA or SM in management with an engineering master's degree.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: no
  • Post-study work rights: no
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied understanding of and Master of Science in Engineering. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

  • High-tech
  • Operations and manufacturing leadership

Curriculum

  • Two-year programme: a 12-week summer intensive in management and engineering
  • Then MBA core courses
  • Electives and a design course. A six-month internship at a partner company supports a dual-degree thesis due before graduation.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Graduate College minimum 2.75/4.00 on the last 60 hours (programmes may set higher)
  • Programme materials
  • English proof (IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • PTE 54 or Duolingo 130) unless the programme sets higher.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (or comparable degree from a recognised institution abroad) by the start of the term, Some programmes require a master or professional degree, Programme-required materials (GRE/GMAT, Statement, Letters)

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • PTE Academic 54
  • Duolingo 130

Documents you’ll need

  • University Transcripts
  • Degree Certificates

How to apply

  1. Pick a programme and check its deadline in the Graduate College search tool. Fall 2027
  2. Spring 2028 and Summer 2028 applications opened 1 August 2026. Apply online and pay 180 USD (80 USD application plus 100 USD international credential evaluation). Upload transcripts
  3. English test scores (TOEFL iBT 80
  4. The applicable IELTS score
  5. PTE 54 or Duolingo 130 unless the programme asks more) and programme materials such as statement
  6. Letters and GRE/GMAT. After admission
  7. Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year$38,478 USD
Application fee$180 USD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusChicago
Faculty or schoolCollege of Engineering
DepartmentEngineering (Professional Program)
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value36
Study pace_
Post-study stay_
Scholarship noteEligible currently enrolled full-time international students at UIC may apply for the Laurette Kirstein Scholarship after completing at least one semester at UIC and achieving a UIC GPA of 3.5 or higher. This award is not an automatic incoming admission scholarship.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Scholarships

Eligible currently enrolled full-time international students at UIC may apply for the Laurette Kirstein Scholarship after completing at least one semester at UIC and achieving a UIC GPA of 3.5 or higher. This award is not an automatic incoming admission scholarship.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.