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Master of Geological Engineering MEN
- Salt Lake City, United States
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Master of Engineering in Geological Engineering offered by the College of Science at the University of Utah.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Understand foundational and advanced concepts in Geological Engineering (MEN)
- Apply relevant disciplinary methods and ideas
- Analyse questions and evidence in the field
- Communicate findings clearly
- Use research and inquiry approaches where included in the curriculum
- Connect theory with projects or applied work where offered
Curriculum
- MS about 2 years with at least 20 graduate credits including 10 or more thesis credits
- PhD 3-5 years with qualifying exam and dissertation
- The Master of Engineering in geological engineering is a non-thesis degree with a one-semester research project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed four-year bachelor degree (US regionally accredited
- Or foreign equivalent recognised by the country Ministry of Higher Education)
- Plus department-specific materials
Accepted academic background
Completed four-year bachelor degree (US regionally accredited, Or foreign equivalent recognised by the country Ministry of Higher Education), Plus department-specific materials
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 110
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Certified English translations if applicable
- Proof of English proficiency if required
- Department-specific supporting documents
How to apply
- Review department admission deadlines. Complete the graduate online application. Upload university transcripts and degree evidence. Provide English proficiency evidence and departmental materials where required. Pay the international application fee. Monitor the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $31,406 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $65 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Science |
| Department | Geological Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Full-time |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | University of Utah has international student support scholarships and college or department funding opportunities. Some international awards require prior enrollment and have separate eligibility conditions. Graduate funding must be confirmed with the program. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $31,406 USD per year. The application fee is $65 USD. The estimated living cost is $11,600 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 110.

