Liberty University
Online Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM)
At a Glance
About the program
Liberty University offers the Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) 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 (8-week courses; some courses may require scheduled meeting times or intensives) and the curriculum is listed as 30 credit hours. Students can use areas such as Leadership, Operations Excellence, and Project Management and a Capstone project required (demonstrates application of studies to real-world engineering management problems) requirement to compare fit.
Program Overview
- Format: 100% Online (8-week courses; some courses may require scheduled meeting times or intensives)
- Credits: 30
- Duration: As fast as 12 months
- Cost: $17,400 full-time $19,350 part-time $8,700 military
Program Highlights
Christian university (SACSCOC accredited). 8-week courses, 8 start dates per year. Top 35% for affordability vs online competitors. Tuition increased <5% over past 10 years. Military discount: $290/credit. Campus ranked #2 Best College Campus (Niche 2026).
Curriculum
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
|---|---|
| Capstone Requirement | Capstone project required (demonstrates application of studies to real-world engineering management problems) |
| Delivery Format | 100% Online (8-week courses; some courses may require scheduled meeting times or intensives) |
| Max Duration to Complete | As fast as 12 months |
| Term Type | Semester (8-week sub-terms) |
Specializations & Pathways
Concentrations: Leadership | Operations Excellence | Project Management (3 specializations; each 30 credits; from official Liberty 2025-26 graduate catalog)
Transfer up to 15 credits.
Specializations and Academic Pathways
Project Management Track:Emphasizes planning, risk management, and execution of engineering projects.
Leadership Track:Focuses on servant leadership, organizational behavior, and team dynamics.
Admissions Process
| Eligibility Requirements | Bachelor's degree in engineering from accredited institution; minimum 3.0 GPA. No GRE/GMAT required. Applicants with master's degree or 12+ graduate credits assessed on graduate-level work. Up to 50% of program (15 credits) may be transferred in. |
|---|---|
| GRE Requirement | Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field |
| Required Application Materials | $50 application fee (waived for military), official transcripts. |
| Minimum GPA | 3 |
| Application Fee | $50 (non-refundable; waived for qualifying active-duty military, veterans, and military spouses). App fee may also be waived during promotional periods. |
| Additional Notes | Admission requires a regionally or nationally accredited bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field with at least a 3.0 for admission in good standing. Students with a GPA less than 3.0 may be considered for admission on caution. |
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Tuition & Financial Aid
Full-time tuition is $565 per credit.
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.
Why Choose Liberty University?
No GRE Required
GRE scores are not required for admission; the stated minimum GPA is 3.0.
Finish in 12 Months
30 credit hours, structured for completion in 12 months.
5 Specialization Tracks
Tailor the degree through Leadership, Operations Excellence, Project Management (3 specializations, and 2 more.
No Campus Visits
Coursework is delivered fully online with no on-campus requirement listed, so you can keep working while you study.
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