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Master of Engineering Science

New Jersey Institute of Technology

  • Newark, United States
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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New Jersey Institute of Technology campus

About the program

An applied, Multidisciplinary doctorate in which students design a course of study around real-world engineering problems.

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

  • Formulate original research questions in Engineering Science
  • Apply suitable research methods
  • Evaluate evidence critically
  • And communicate an independent research contribution through a substantial scholarly project.

Career outcomes

  • Engineering Technologist
  • Technical Project Coordinator
  • Quality Assurance Specialist

Curriculum

  • 36 credits for bachelor's holders (12 for master's holders)
  • Including at least two 600-level maths courses
  • One physics
  • Chemistry or biology course and two engineering courses. Qualifying exam by end of year two
  • Proposal by year three and dissertation defence by year six. Aligned with NJIT's Collaborative Doctorate Program.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Cumulative GPA 3.0 or equivalent recommended
  • Transcripts from all institutions (no credential evaluation)
  • English test score or waiver
  • Resume and recommendation letter recommended or required by some programmes
  • GRE/GMAT optional
  • Portfolio required for Hillier College of Architecture and Design.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Cumulative GPA 3.0 or equivalent recommended (not a stated minimum), GRE/GMAT optional, Transcripts without credential evaluation, Resume and letters of recommendation recommended or required by some programs, Portfolio for Hillier College applicants.

Language tests

  • TOEFL iBT 79
  • IELTS 6.5
  • Duolingo 120
  • PTE Academic 57

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy
  • English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
  • Credential Evaluation (If Applicable)
  • Resume
  • Recommendation Letters
  • Portfolio (If Applicable)
  • Financial Support Documents (For Visa If Applicable).

How to apply

  1. Check the requirements and deadlines (Fall 1 May
  2. Spring 15 November) on the graduate international admissions page. Apply and pay the 75 USD application fee. Upload transcripts from every institution
  3. An English test score or approved waiver
  4. a resume and recommendation letter where required
  5. Add a portfolio for Hillier College programmes (GRE/GMAT optional). Pay the 500 USD enrollment deposit
  6. Claim your UCID
  7. Then request the I-20 at with passport and proof of funds. Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee
  8. Complete the DS-160 and attend the F-1 visa interview. Report your visa in myGlobal and register for at least 9 credits.

Other costs

Tuition per year$42,534 USD
Application fee$75 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusNewark Campus
Faculty or schoolNewark College of Engineering
DepartmentInterdisciplinary Engineering Science
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value30,60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteCertain graduate programs and departments offer merit scholarships, Research or teaching support. The named degree and applicant must meet current funding requirements.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    15 Nov 2026

    1 day left

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 May 2027

    168 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.