The Master’s in Engineering program at UWM is designed to provide high level academics and hands-on research with flexibility in mind for both working professionals and aspiring researchers who want to take their studies to the next level.
What to Expect
The Master’s in Engineering coursework at UWM is offered primarily in the evenings to accommodate schedules of working professionals and researchers. Students may choose either a thesis option (30 credits) or a non-thesis option (31 credits).
The thesis option allows students to pursue advanced coursework leading to an original thesis research project, supervised by a faculty advisor. Naturally, we encourage students to pursue the development of a thesis. However, if you have prior engineering or scientific work experience and are seeking an MS for professional advancement, the non-thesis option is a great alternative that requires additional coursework in lieu of a thesis.
The MS in Engineering does not require a rigid set of courses, so you have the flexibility to design your program of study that is compatible with your career objectives. This feature also makes the MS a solid stepping stone for doctoral level study.
September 2025
College of Engineering and Applied Science
3200 North Cramer Street,
MILWAUKEE,
Wisconsin,
53211, United States
Undergraduate major in engineering, mathematics, or a natural science.
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
English proficiency requirement: TOEFL IBT - 79 – 120; IELTS - 6.5 - 9.0; Cambridge English Advanced/Cambridge English Proficiency - C1 level or higher.
Application Deadlines: Fall Semester: April 1; Spring Semester: September 1.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.