Northeastern University

Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

At a Glance


  • STATE

    Massachusetts

  • COST

    OOS/Online: ~$2,058/credit ($61,728 ÷ 30 credits; 2025-2026 from official Northeastern program page) per credit hour

  • TYPE

    Private

  • GRE REQUIRED

    Not Required (GRE not required for terms starting during 2025-2026 academic year)

  • US NEWS RANKING

    National 53

#NR Ranked Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

About the program

Northeastern 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 online and on-campus (boston) and the curriculum is listed as 8 courses. Students can use areas such as Elective Option (customizable) and Digital Product Management Concentration to compare fit.

Program Overview

  • Format: Online and On-Campus (Boston)

  • Credits: 30

  • Duration: 1.5-2 years

  • Cost: $61,728

Curriculum

Total Credit Hours 30
Delivery Format Online and On-Campus (Boston)
Study Pace Options Full or part-time
Max Duration to Complete 1.5-2 years
Months to Complete 18-24
Term Type Semester

Specializations and Academic Pathways

Northeastern 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 online and on-campus (boston) and the curriculum is listed as 8 courses. Students can use areas such as Elective Option (customizable) and Digital Product Management Concentration to compare fit.

Concentrations

Elective Option (customizable) | Digital Product Management Concentration

Graduate Certificates

Admissions Process

Eligibility Requirements Engineering undergraduate degree preferred. Mathematics or physics majors with linear algebra and multivariable calculus also accepted. GRE not required for 2025-2026 starts.
GRE Required Not Required (GRE not required for terms starting during 2025-2026 academic year)
Required Application Materials Unofficial transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, resume. Application fee waived for Fall 2026.
Deadline (Domestic) Fall 2026: August 1 (domestic); June 1 (international outside US); July 1 (international inside US)
Admission Req Notes GRE is not required for terms starting during the 2021-2022, 2022-2023, or 2023-2024 academic years.
Application Fee $0 (waived for all Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 applicants)
Starts Per Year 2 (Fall, Spring)

Tuition & Financial Aid

~$2,058 (College of Engineering rate; $61,728 ÷ 30 credits; 2025-2026 from official Northeastern program page)

PER CREDIT HOUR

30

TOTAL CREDITS

$61,728

TOTAL PROGRAM COST

Financial aid and scholarships may be available for qualified students. Contact admissions for more details.

Why Choose Northeastern University?

Top-Ranked Program

NR Online Engineering Management program according to US News & World Report.

100% Online

Complete your degree entirely online with flexible scheduling for working professionals.

Expert Faculty

Learn from industry-experienced professors with real-world engineering management expertise.

Career Advancement

Gain skills to advance into leadership roles in engineering and technical management.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Schedule an appointment with our admissions team to discuss your goals and learn how Northeastern University MEM program can help you achieve them.

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