university of toledo masters engineering

UToledo ― One Of the best engineering graduate programs in Ohio

We have a breadth of degree options, whether you want to be a full-time student or are a working professional seeking a part-time or online degree to advance your career.

Many of our graduates students are supported financially on teaching or research assistantships. Students partner with industry on research projects and get experience in the field as interns.

If you are a current UToledo undergraduate, you can fast-track a master’s degree by applying to the B.S./M.S. program. Take graduate-level courses at undergraduate tuition rates. Start your M.S. thesis research.

Cutting-edge research

Our graduate students work independently and alongside expert faculty. Their research makes a difference and improves lives in our region and around the world.

Research

Renowned Faculty

Learn from the best. Our faculty members are active researchers who receive funding from institutions such as the National Science Foundation and NASA.

Faculty

Prospective Graduate Students

UToledo engineering graduate students make a difference. They conduct cutting-edge research with award-winning faculty and scientists. They solve problems alongside industry partners.

Choose from graduate programs in a wide array of engineering disciplines.

Traditional Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) engineering degrees
Part-time, online Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.) degrees for working professionals

Our graduate students are in high demand by employers thanks to our focus on real-world skills in research, entrepreneurship and technology commercialization. We bring nearly 100 companies to campus for our spring and fall Career EXPOS.

Find out more about Why UToledo Engineering has one of the best engineering graduate programs in Ohio and learn more about living in Toledo.

Engineering Graduate Programs

online engineering programs

The College of Engineering also offers the following graduate options:

Online M.S. in engineering with a concentration in general engineering ― A part-time program for working professionals
Online M.S. in energy engineering ― A part-time program for working professionals

new graduate engineering programs

Our new programs allow engineers to expand their skill set and stay on top of current trends in engineering.

The certificate programs are an affordable way to ease into a UToledo master’s program. You can apply your course credits to a master’s degree program when you’re ready.

B.S./M.S. program

Current UToledo undergraduate students can fast-track an M.S. degree by applying to the B.S./M.S. program.

Take courses at the graduate level while an undergraduate.
Pay undergraduate tuition.
Get a head start on your M.S. thesis research.

J.D./M.S. program

This dual-degree program is designed for law students interested in pursuing careers in technology-driven fields.

Graduate Faculty And Research

Student working in a lab Our faculty advisors are active researchers, who make time to meet with and mentor graduate students. Our diverse research topics include:

Cybersecurity
How to convert algae to biofuel
How to create cheaper and longer-lasting batteries
Machine learning
Biomedical devices

Explore our main research webpage to:

Find links to the websites for each engineering department, where you can learn more about department-specific research.
Visit department faculty pages to learn about their research interests.

industry experience

Our graduate students benefit from our partnerships with industry and gain relevant experience while working on their degrees.

Because internships are part of the curriculum, international graduate students also can participate.

Applied research projects ― Collaborate with industry to solve a real-world problem.
Industry internships ― Work in industry for experience or course credit and through grant-funded projects or exchange programs with institutions like the NSF and NASA.
Industry connections ― Work in one of the College’s core facilities or consortia and contribute to industry research.

Corporate Partners

labs and facilities

Our graduate students use the latest tools and technology in our state-of-the-art labs and facilities, which include:

Questions about Graduate Engineering?

Contact Dr. Patricia Relue
Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Studies
patricia.relue@utoledo.edu
419.530.8098

For general questions, send email to
ENGGradStudies@utoledo.edu

APPLICATION PROCESS

domestic students

APPLICATION TIMELINE

international students

APPLICATION TIMELINE

Applications are submitted electronically at apply.utoledo.edu. All application materials should be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies (COGS). Admission to the graduate program is contingent on the availability of openings for incoming students.

To receive full consideration for financial assistance, application materials should be received by the application deadline. Applications are reviewed as they are received until available openings are filled. The assignment of an award is made by the admitting department, and does not necessarily happen at the same time as an admission decision is made.

Admissions decisions are made on an individual basis, taking into consideration the applicant’s baccalaureate and previous graduate record (grades and curricular content) and the student’s potential for graduate study as indicated by professional references and relevant post-baccalaureate experience, and for international students, scores on required standardized tests.

To check the status of your application simply log on to http://application.utoledo.edu and enter the username and PIN you used when applying. Click on your application to check the status.

Application Priority deadlines for Admissions and Funding

Fall Semester:

January 15

Bioengineering (MS/PhD)
Biomedical Engineering (PhD)
Chemical Engineering (MS/PhD)

March 1

Computer Science (MS/PhD)
Cyber Security (Certificate)
Electrical Engineering (MS/PhD)

March 15

Civil Engineering (MS/PhD)
Industrial Engineering (MS/PhD)
Mechanical Engineering (MS/PhD)

August 15

Mechatronics (Certificate)

No deadline

Cyber Security (Master/MS)
Energy Engineering (MS, online)
General Engineering (MS, online)

Spring Semester:

October 1

Bioengineering (MS/PhD)
Biomedical Engineering (PhD)
Chemical Engineering (MS/PhD)
Civil Engineering (MS/PhD)
Computer Science (MS/PhD)
Cyber Security (Certificate)
Electrical Engineering (MS/PhD)

January 15

Mechatronics (Certificate)

No deadline

Cyber Security (Master/MS)
Energy Engineering (MS, online)
General Engineering (MS, online)

Contact Program

Industrial Engineering (MS/PhD)
Mechanical Engineering (MS/PhD)

Summer Semester:

See College of Graduate Studies website or contact program

The College of Engineering has rolling admissions and accepts applications at any time. However, students that apply by the priority deadlines are given first consideration for admission and graduate assistantships, if available. You may still apply for admission after the posted deadline dates.

In order for the application to be submitted and reviewed:

A $45 non-refundable application fee is required for U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent resident card holders.
A $75 non-refundable application fee is required for International students.

For more information on the graduate admission process, go to www.utoledo.edu/graduate/apply/ .

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

degree requirements

Four-year Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university required for PhD programs (unless otherwise indicated by department/program).

Cumulative GPA: The required cumulative GPA for all previous academic work might differ per program. For more information on a specific program’s admission criteria, please refer to the department’s website.

GRE requirement

It is within the discretion of the various departments to require the GRE for all applicants.
Applicants without an earned U.S. degree whose native language is not English will be required to submit GRE scores for all graduate programs. Exceptions include: Australia, Canada (non-francophone areas), England, Ireland, and New Zealand.

Please note – GRE scores cannot be older than 5 years from the first day of the term that the student begins their program.

For MD/PhD and MD/MS dual degree applicants, GRE scores are strongly recommended but MCAT scores may be accepted in lieu of GRE scores.

NOTE: GRE scores must be received electronically from ETS only. Please request scores to be sent to Institution Code 1845.

TOEFL/IELTS requirement

Applicants must meet at least one of the following English language proficiency requirements:

TOEFL IBT≥80; TOEFL PBT≥550; IELTS≥6.5; PTE≥58; or Duolingo≥105.
Graduated from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or attended at least one year full time at a regionally accredited U.S. institution earning a 3.0 or higher GPA.
Proof of citizenship from one of the following countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Canada (all provinces except Quebec), Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Liberia, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micronesia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales), Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Please note – Test scores for TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo cannot be older than 2 years from the first day of the term the student begins their program. In the event test scores are considered invalid and cancelled by the testing service, The University of Toledo reserves the right to require submission of new test scores. Please contact the College of Graduate Studies at graduateonlineapplication@utoledo.eduif you have any questions regarding this.

NOTE: TOEFL scores must be received electronically from ETS only. Please request scores to be sent to Institution Code 1845. IELTS scores can be submitted directly through the UT Application Form.

letters of recommendation

Depending on the program, one to three letters of recommendation are required. Refer to the specific program’s admission criteria for the required number of letters of recommendation.
Letters of Recommendation can be requested to your recommender(s) through the UT Application Form. Alternatively, you can fill out an Online Recommendation Form.

transcripts

The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) requires official transcripts from all universities/colleges you are currently attending or have attended. Official transcripts are those sent directly from the institution to the College of Graduate Studies. Transcripts not received directly from the institution will be considered unofficial.
For application review purposes only, copies of official transcripts can be considered. Please contact your Department for more information about provisional admission.
Transcripts must be mailed or hand delivered to the College of Graduate Studies. Faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts will not be accepted as part of the online application.

College of Graduate Studies Address:

College of Graduate Studies
The University of Toledo
Mail Stop 933
2801 W. Bancroft St.
Toledo, OH 43606

professional resume (for part-time master’s programs only)

In addition to the regular application requirements, prospective students in both Part-Time Master of Science in Engineering – General (PT-MSE-General) and Part-Time Master of Science – Energy Engineering (PT-MSE-Energy) programs, will need to submit their professional resume to be considered for admission.

TRANSFER CREDITS PROCESS

The number of transfer credits from another university that is accepted for a graduate degree must be approved by the Graduate Program Director, the College of Engineering Associate Dean of Graduate Studies, and the College of Graduate Studies. More information about transfer credit process, conditions, and restrictions can be found on the College of Graduate Studies (COGS) website.

University of Toledo Transfer of Credit to Graduate Degree Policy (3364- 77-06)

We strongly encourage you to utilize the transfer credit service provided at Transferology to evaluate any college-level courses that you may have completed to help you determine potential placement. The site shows course equivalencies between public/private two/four year colleges/universities, along with college degree requirements.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

transcripts

In addition to the official, final transcripts, you must also provide official certified, or attested copies of all graduation certificates, diplomas or degree certificates needed to fulfill your admission. For application review purpose only, copies of official transcripts can be considered.
Copies must be mailed or hand delivered to the College of Graduate Studies. We do not accept faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts as part of the online application. Faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts will not be accepted as part of the online application.
If you earned a degree from a U.S. degree granting institution, simply order a transcript to be sent to us directly from the school’s Registrar’s Office.
Submitted transcripts become the property of The University of Toledo. Photocopies of official documents are not made.

For application review purposes only, copies of official transcripts can be considered. Please contact your Department for more information about provisional admission. Copies must be mailed or hand delivered to the College of Graduate Studies. Faxed, emailed or uploaded transcripts will not be accepted as part of the online application.

College of Graduate Studies Address:

College of Graduate Studies
The University of Toledo
Mail Stop 933
2801 W. Bancroft St.
Toledo, OH 43606

translations

You must submit clear and legible photocopies of precise word-for-word English translations of all foreign language documents. English translations must be provided by the issuing institution or you may contact a translation service. Please refer to National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) for a list of acceptable evaluators. All arrangements must be made by you directly with the translation service.

International Application Financial Responsibility – for admitted students, only

International students must demonstrate adequate financial resources for their graduate education before they can be formally admitted. Upon recommendation of admission by the department, the College of Graduate Studies will request you provide the necessary financial support documents.
Applicants will be emailed when an admission decision has been made and a bank statement may be submitted at that time. Bank statements submitted at the time of application will not be accepted.

passports and visas

You will need a passport from your government and a visa from the United States Embassy/Consulate to enter the United States. You should apply for a passport as soon as possible, although in some countries it is necessary to provide proof of admission to a school in the United States before a passport will be granted. More information about passport and visas can be found on the College of Graduate Studies (COGS) website.
Additional assistance for international students is available through the Office of International Student & Scholar Services (OISSS) website.

MASTER OF SCIENCE

The College of Engineering (COE) at the University of Toledo (UT) offers the following Master of Science (M.S.) degrees through its departments:

The M.S. program is designed to prepare students for research and advanced engineering careers. The COE offers three different options for completing a M.S. degree. Although all options are available for the M.S. degree, the number of students admitted under each is up to the discretion of the respective department and varies from year to year.

M.S. thesis option

The M.S. Thesis option is a research degree and is designed for students who desire advanced engineering study and research activity. Students who are considering further study at the doctoral level should consider this option. The program requires 30-credit hours, as follows:

21-credit hours of coursework, with specific restrictions on the type and level of courses that must be included within the program. Elective courses must be selected from departmental electives approved by the Department Chair or the Graduate Program Director.
9-credit hour of thesis, that is conducted under the direction of the research adviser. The thesis is the written document that describes new knowledge created through experiment or advanced analysis. The results reported in a thesis are often appropriate for publication in a peer-reviewed journal or conference.

M.S. project option

The M.S. Project option is designed for students who desire advanced engineering study with an applied focus. The program requires 30-credit hours, as follows:

24-credit hours of coursework, with specific restrictions on the type and level of courses that must be included within the program. Elective courses must be selected from departmental electives approved by the Department Chair or the Graduate Program Director.
6-credit hours of project, conducted under the direction of an adviser. The project involves the collection or analysis of engineering data, the development of an engineering model, or similar types of engineering projects. The project may be associated with the needs of a regional engineering firm who seeks the University’s assistance in the completion of their engineering tasks.

Project option is available in all departments. Please consult specific department websites for more information.

coursework-only option

The coursework option is designed for students who desire advanced engineering study through classroom training only. The program requires 30-credit hours of coursework, with specific restrictions on the type and level of courses that must be included within the program. Elective courses must be selected from departmental electives approved by the Department Chair or the Graduate Program Director. Coursework only option is available in all departments. Please consult specific department web pages for more information.

100% ONLINE, part-time MASTER of science degree in engineering

Our master of science degree in engineering is a 100% online, part-time, advanced degree specifically designed for current and future managers and engineers like you. Our cross-disciplinary approach combines study in business management and engineering, providing an alternative to a traditional business management or a technical master of science degree.

**online part-time master of science in general engineering (PT-MSE-General)**

Our customizable, flexible degree program will help you stay current with the latest technology and business practices to support development in your current, full-time position. Elective engineering courses are primarily from systems engineering, an area of interest to most engineers responsible for productivity enhancements.Courses in mechatronics and electrical power also are available to enhance these elective offerings.

Additional information can be found on the PT-MSE-GENERAL webpage.

**online part-time master of science in energy engineering (PT-MSE-Energy)**

The energy field is subject to ever-increasing challenges, vital to all aspects of society and necessary for assuring a sustainable quality of life for our nation and the world. As a graduate of our master of science in engineering with a concentration in energy engineering program, you’ll develop expertise in many complementary areas, such as public policy, energy management, energy economics and finance, and energy consulting. This highly customizable option is not just for engineering graduates with technical portfolios. With flexibility and options for course work in law, business and finance, the concentration in energy engineerign is ideal if you’re a professional at a company that generates and distributes energy, as well as anyone seeking to manage energy portfolios in a variety of businesses and industries.

Additional information can be found on the PT-MSE-ENERGY webpage.

B.S./M.S. Program

The B.S./M.S. program allows current UToledo undergraduate students to fast-track a master’s degree by taking up to 9 cr hr of graduate level coursework while completing the undergraduate degree program.

For more information on eligibility and the application process, see the B.S./M.S. Program website.

university of toledo masters engineering