Master in Engineering (Master's)

For Master in Engineering (Master's), applications for the Jan 2027 intake are due by Nov 15, 2026, while tuition is Tuition rates are based on residency status and vary by credit hour..

This programme offers advanced study in engineering disciplines with a focus on applied research and technical problem-solving. Students engage in coursework and independent research tailored to their chosen field. The curriculum emphasizes real-world engineering challenges and innovation. It is designed for students seeking to deepen expertise in a specific engineering area.

Focus areas include Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil, Materials, and Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering.

The programme requires 30 semester hours of graduate coursework. Students complete a thesis or a non-thesis option with a capstone project, depending on their track.

Graduates pursue roles as engineering specialists, researchers, and technical consultants in industry, government, and academia.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Required documents include transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose. GRE scores are not required.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 79% of applicants.

University of Illinois Chicago places public research at the centre of its academic identity. Its 16 colleges span a broad range of study, alongside a hospital and a health sciences system. This structure gives students access to educational, technological and cultural activity across the university and the wider Chicago region.

The campus is located at 1200 West Harrison Street in Chicago, Illinois, in the heart of one of the world’s great cities. UIC is Chicago’s only public research university, making the city an important part of the university experience. Students study in a major urban setting connected to the region’s educational, technological and cultural life.

UIC has more than 33,000 students, with 46% identified as first-generation students. Its overall enrollment has reached 36,000 students. The university has been ranked number one in Illinois for social mobility and placed among the top 50 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. International students should know that UIC is part of the University of Illinois System and that Spanish-language information is available through its Acerca de la UIC resource.