Drexel University
Online Master of Science in Engineering Management
At a Glance
About the program
Drexel University offers the Master of Science in Engineering Management for engineers, technologists, and technical professionals who want to pair engineering expertise with management, leadership, and project execution skills. The program is listed as 100% online and the curriculum is listed as 45 quarter credits (= 30 semester credits equivalent). Students can use areas such as Core: Engineering Management Leadership, Quantitative Analysis, and Economics & Financial Management and an EGMT 692 Engineering Management Capstone (3 quarter credits; required) requirement to compare fit.
Program Overview
- Format: 100% Online
- Credits: 45 quarter credits (= 30 semester credits equivalent)
- Cost: $31,095
Program Highlights
Drexel Online. Quarter-based system with multiple start dates per year. No GRE required.
Curriculum
| Total Credit Hours | 45 quarter credits (= 30 semester credits equivalent) |
|---|---|
| Capstone Requirement | EGMT 692 Engineering Management Capstone (3 quarter credits; required) |
| Delivery Format | 100% Online |
| Study Pace Options | Full or part-time |
| Term Type | Quarter (10-week terms; 4 per year) |
Specializations & Pathways
Concentrations: Core: Engineering Management Leadership | Quantitative Analysis | Economics & Financial Management | Engineering Management Capstone. Electives from: Marketing & Business Development | Project Management | Systems Engineering & Systems Thinking | Engineering Quality, Law & Ethics
Transfer up to 15 quarter credits from your institution, pending review from the Program Director.
Specializations and Academic Pathways
Admissions Process
| Eligibility Requirements | 4-year bachelor's in engineering or sciences (ABET-accredited preferred). Cumulative GPA 3.0 or above. Relevant professional work experience strongly recommended. 2 letters of recommendation (at least 1 professional). 500-750 word essay. Resume. |
|---|---|
| Required Application Materials | Complete graduate school application, official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended, two letters of recommendation, professional or academic (at least one professional), resume, a personal statement explaining why you wish to earn the degree and why you are prepared to succeed. |
| Domestic Deadline | Rolling; Summer 2026 deadline May 29, 2026 |
| Minimum GPA | 3 |
| Application Fee | $300 confirmation deposit upon acceptance (applied to first term tuition). No separate application fee for online programs. |
| Additional Notes | Relevant professional work experience is strongly recommended |
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Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition estimates assume every required credit at the listed rate. Additional fees apply and are excluded unless the rate says otherwise. Confirm current rates with the university.
Financial aid and scholarships may be available for qualified students. Contact admissions for more details.
Career Outcomes
ASEM-certified program. Graduates automatically qualify for Certified Associate in Engineering Management (CAEM) without sitting for the exam. First engineering management graduate program in the U.S. (founded 1959).
Why Choose Drexel University?
#9 Ranked Online MEM
U.S. News & World Report ranks this the #9 online master's in engineering management.
Below-Median Tuition
At $691 per credit, tuition runs below the $1,032 median across the 25 online MEM programs we track with published 2025–26 rates.
No GRE Required
GRE scores are not required for admission; the stated minimum GPA is 3.0.
7 Specialization Tracks
Tailor the degree through Core: Engineering Management Leadership, Quantitative Analysis, Economics & Financial Management, and 4 more.
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