University of Houston, Clear Lake

Online Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM)

At a Glance

State
Texas
Cost
⚠️ Verify at uhcl.edu/academics/online/costs using official UHCL Fee Schedule Calculator — UHCL tuition varies significantly by enrollment level and students receive a "tuition and fee break" for taking more courses per semester. Rate shown may not reflect total. Use calculator for accurate per-credit estimate.
Degree
MS
GRE Required
Waived for applicants with 3.0+ GPA or at least 1 year post-graduate full-time work experience in a technical field. GRE 290 (Q145, V140) or GMAT 500 (Q35+) required for applicants not meeting waiver criteria (from official UHCL EMGT admissions page)
Type
Public · Not-for-profit
US News Ranking
National 304
Starts Per Year
3
Months to Complete
16
#NRRanked Online Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM)

About the program

University of Houston, Clear Lake 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 (also available at uhcl main campus and pearland location) and the curriculum is listed as 33 (15 core + 18 electives; capstone or thesis option) credit hours. Students can use a Capstone requirement to compare fit.

Program Overview

  • Format: 100% Online (also available at UHCL main campus and Pearland location)
  • Credits: 33 (15 core + 18 electives; capstone or thesis option)
  • Duration: Typically 1.5–2 years
  • Cost: $16,890

Program Highlights

Near NASA Johnson Space Center. Employers include NASA, Boeing, Memorial Hermann Health System, Clear Creek ISD. Stackable graduate certificates: PMSS Green Belt, SAP SRA, Supply Chain & Analytics. Available at UHCL, Pearland, and online.

Curriculum

Total Credit Hours33 (15 core + 18 electives; capstone or thesis option)
Capstone RequirementCapstone
Delivery Format100% Online (also available at UHCL main campus and Pearland location)
Max Duration to CompleteTypically 1.5–2 years
Term TypeSemester

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Tuition & Financial Aid

$325
Per Credit · OOS/Online
33 (15 core + 18 electives; capstone or thesis option)
Total Credits
$16,890
Total · OOS/Online
In-state residents:$325 per credit$9,750 total program cost

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

Why Choose University of Houston, Clear Lake?

Top-Ranked Program

NR ranked Online Engineering Management program according to U.S. News & World Report.

100% Online

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

Expert Faculty

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

Career Advancement

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

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