Western Kentucky University

Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

At a Glance


  • STATE

    Kentucky

  • COST

    OOS/Online: $707 (same rate — confirm current online program rate) per credit hour

  • TYPE

    Public

  • GRE REQUIRED

    Waivable — GRE waived for 3.0+ GPA from STEM/engineering field; required otherwise (Verbal 140, Quantitative 140, AW 2.5)

  • US NEWS RANKING

    National 361

#NR Ranked Online Master of Science in Engineering Management

About the program

Western Kentucky 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 100% online and the curriculum is listed as 33 credit hours. Students can use a Thesis (30 credits) or Non-Thesis/Project (33 credits) requirement to compare fit.

Program Overview

  • Format: 100% Online

  • Credits: 33

  • Duration: 2 -3 years (full-time)

  • Cost: $23,331

Curriculum

Total Credit Hours 33
Capstone Requirement Thesis (30 credits) or Non-Thesis/Project (33 credits)
Delivery Format 100% Online
Max Duration to Complete 2 -3 years (full-time)
Term Type Semester

Specializations and Academic Pathways

Western Kentucky 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 100% online and the curriculum is listed as 33 credit hours. Students can use a Thesis (30 credits) or Non-Thesis/Project (33 credits) requirement to compare fit.

Thesis or non-thesis. Thesis concentration is 30 credits.

Graduate Certificates

  • Architectural and Engineering Manager
  • Industrial Production Managers
  • Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Admissions Process

Eligibility Requirements Bachelor's in engineering, engineering technology, business, or STEM. GRE waived for 3.0+ GPA. Otherwise: Verbal 140, Quantitative 140, AW 2.5 (or GMAT equivalent).
GRE Required Waivable — GRE waived for 3.0+ GPA from STEM/engineering field; required otherwise (Verbal 140, Quantitative 140, AW 2.5)
GRE Requirement Detail Eligibility: A bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related STEM field
Required Application Materials Online application, transcripts, and official degree certificate
Minimum GMAT/GRE Score 140
Other Admission Notes A minimum GRE score of 140 for the verbal reasoning and 140 for the quantitative reasoning are required with a score of 2.5 or higher for analytical writing

Tuition & Financial Aid

$707

PER CREDIT HOUR

33

TOTAL CREDITS

$23,331

TOTAL PROGRAM COST

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

Why Choose Western Kentucky 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 Western Kentucky University MEM program can help you achieve them.

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