The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

At a Glance


  • STATE

    Tennessee

  • COST

    TN Resident Online: ~$679/cr | OOS Online: ~$728/cr (FY 2025-26; includes $522 maintenance + $56 online support + $12 tech + $25 library + $64 CECS differential fee; +$49 OOS tuition for non-residents; from official UTC Online & Distance Programs Fee Schedule PDF) per credit hour

  • TYPE

    Public

  • GRE REQUIRED

    Not Required. GRE strongly recommended only for students applying for a graduate assistantship. (per official UTC CECS graduate admissions page)

  • US NEWS RANKING

    National 345

#Unranked Ranked Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

About the program

The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga 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 30 credit hours. Students can use areas such as Engineering Management, Construction Management, and Engineering Analytics and completion options such as Capstone or Thesis option to compare fit.

Program Overview

  • Format: 100% Online

  • Credits: 30

  • Duration: Typically 1.5–2 years

  • Cost: $21,840

Curriculum

Total Credit Hours 30
Capstone Requirement Capstone or Thesis option
Delivery Format 100% Online
Max Duration to Complete Typically 1.5–2 years
Term Type Semester

Specializations and Academic Pathways

The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga 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 30 credit hours. Students can use areas such as Engineering Management, Construction Management, and Engineering Analytics and completion options such as Capstone or Thesis option to compare fit.

Concentrations

General, Construction Management

Capstone or Thesis option.

Specializations and Academic Pathways

Specializations and Academic Pathways

Courses: Statistical Methods for Process Improvement; Engineering Economic Analysis; Technology Forecasting; Quality Assurance and Reliability; Project Management; Leadership in Technical Organizations; Decision Support for Operations Management

Graduate Certificates

Admissions Process

Eligibility Requirements Bachelor's in Engineering, Engineering Management, or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution. Min GPA 2.7 (undergraduate or last 60 hours). GRE not required except for graduate assistantship applicants.
GRE Required Not Required. GRE strongly recommended only for students applying for a graduate assistantship. (per official UTC CECS graduate admissions page)
GRE Requirement Detail Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, science, or related field
Required Application Materials Application Fee, Minimum GPA
Minimum GPA 2.7
Application Fee $35 domestic / $40 international (non-refundable)
Starts Per Year 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer)

Tuition & Financial Aid

~$728/cr all-in (OOS online: $522 maintenance + $56 online support + $12 tech + $25 library + $49 OOS tuition + $64 CECS differential; FY 2025-26 from official UTC Online & Distance Programs Fee Schedule PDF)

PER CREDIT HOUR

30

TOTAL CREDITS

$21,840

TOTAL PROGRAM COST

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

Why Choose The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga?

Top-Ranked Program

Unranked 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 The University of Tennessee, Chattanooga MEM program can help you achieve them.

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