South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Online Master of Science in Engineering Management
At a Glance
About the program
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology 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 (non-thesis option); on-campus required for thesis option and the curriculum is listed as 30 credit hours.
Program Overview
- Format: 100% Online (non-thesis option); On-Campus required for thesis option
- Credits: 30
- Duration: Typically 2–3 years (part-time pacing available)
- Cost: $14,199
Program Highlights
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SD Mines). Public engineering-focused university. Affordable South Dakota public university rates. Fully online distance program.
Curriculum
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
|---|---|
| Delivery Format | 100% Online (non-thesis option); On-Campus required for thesis option |
| Max Duration to Complete | Typically 2–3 years (part-time pacing available) |
| Term Type | Semester |
Specializations & Pathways
This degree at SD Mines is a multi-disciplinary, applications-oriented degree drawing from fields of engineering, management and operations research.
Specializations and Academic Pathways
Engineering Management & Labor Relations; Project Management; Advanced Engineering Economics; Advanced Productivity Engineering; Management and Technology; Operations Planning
Admissions Process
| Eligibility Requirements | Bachelor's in engineering, physical sciences, or related technical field. Non-thesis distance students: no GRE or recommendations required (unofficial transcripts accepted for initial consideration). Min 3.0 GPA recommended. |
|---|---|
| GRE Requirement | Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution |
| Required Application Materials | Application Fee, Letters of Recommendation, Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose |
| Application Fee | $35 (non-refundable) |
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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.
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Why Choose South Dakota School of Mines and Technology?
No GRE Required
GRE scores are not required for admission.
30 Credit Hours
The curriculum runs 30 credits, typically completed in 2–3 years (part-time pacing available).
3 Start Dates a Year
3 intakes per year mean a shorter wait between applying and your first class.
Ranked University
U.S. News & World Report ranks South Dakota School of Mines and Technology #26 among Regional Universities (Midwest).
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