PhD in Systems Engineering Online

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Traditional PhD programs are designed to support full-time, primarily on-campus students. WPI’s Online PhD in Systems Engineering program is different. We expect the majority of our students to be part-time, off-campus professionals who have full-time jobs and have been or are involved in systems engineering related work.

The implications of this expectation are that the WPI systems engineering program faculty and administrators will:

  • Offer all program courses online, without a traditional on-campus residency requirement.
  • Offer the required research seminars in a virtual classroom setting where all participants can readily interact with each other.
  • Support student research by strongly encouraging our students to submit papers and presentations to national conferences.
  • Expect regular, well-documented, research advisor(s) interactions.
  • Utilize best-practice methods to enhance student engagement and encourage professional development.

While we accept applications at any time, faculty review applicants for this program only twice per year – March 1 and November 1.  Click here to apply now .

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW (a minimum of 60 credits beyond MS)

DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS Selected in consultation with the Research Advisor Focus Area 1: A minimum of 12 credit hours of thematically related graduate courses selected from the areas of Science (including Computer Science), Mathematics, and Engineering excluding Systems Engineering (which can be waived for students with an MS in Science, as defined above) Focus Area 2: A minimum of 9 credit hours of thematically related courses, as defined above and different from the first Focus Area

RESEARCH REQUIREMENTS A minimum of 30 credits registered as SYS 699. Dissertation Research

EXAM REQUIREMENTS Qualifying Exam: Successfully completed no later than 18 credits beyond the MS degree Area Examination: Successfully completed after the Qualifying Exam and no later than 42 graduate credit hours after matriculation into the PhD program Defense: A public defense after certification of the final PhD dissertation research is required. The defense can be scheduled any time after the end of the semester in which the Area Examination was completed

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS Students must establish residency by being a full-time online graduate student for at least one continuous academic year. Full-time graduate students are required to take a minimum of 6 credits per semester.

Admissions Qualifications

Preferred program applicant.

The preferred program applicant will have an MS in systems engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.5. Applicants who have earned an engineering master's degree, but not in systems engineering, and who have demonstrated systems engineering work experience, are also strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants will be considered for admission into the PhD program based on a thorough review of their application materials.

Students who have not yet earned an MS degree will not be considered for the WPI Systems Engineering PhD program until completion of the MS program.

PhD Application Process

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  • Non-refundable $70 application fee (waived for WPI alumni and current WPI students)
  • Official transcripts in English from accredited institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation (can be done through the application portal)
  • Statement of purpose (to be submitted with the online application )
  • A statement of relevant and related SE work experiences
  • Proof of English language proficiency from all applicants for whom English is not their first language: TOEFL or IELTS

Note: GRE scores are not required; we strongly encourage applicants to submit their GRE scores though if they are still current (3 years or less)

For specific application requirements, visit  our admissions for online programs  page.

Experiential PhD: Working Full-Time While Pursuing Your PhD Degree

WPI supports individuals working full-time in industry to pursue PhD degrees either part-time or full-time on topics related to their employment. Want to learn more about this opportunity and how to obtain this industry-based PhD degree, visit the WPI Experiential PhD program page.

Other online graduate programs in Systems Engineering: 

  • Online graduate certificate in Systems Engineering
  • Online MS in Systems Engineering

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Online Doctor of Engineering

Dr. Timothy Jacobs  serves as the program's department head and Dr. Chuck Wolf  serves as the program's academic advisor.

Program Information

The Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) Program prepares our students to work at the highest levels of the engineering profession. This program emphasizes solving problems that arise in using technologies beneficial to mankind. However, those problems and their solutions frequently affect society in nontechnical ways. Therefore, technological advances implemented through business and industry require direction by persons possessing both high technical competence and professional understanding of the social, political and institutional factors involved. Graduates of the D.Eng. Programs are uniquely qualified to fulfill that important role.

The program prepares individuals for professional engineering careers in business, industry and the public sector. It is not intended as a research degree nor as preparation for a faculty position at a research university. That is the province of the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Degree. The D.Eng. program emphasizes engineering practice, public service and the development of leadership potential, not basic research.

D.Eng. graduates are prepared to move quickly into positions of responsibility and authority. Therefore, students are required to take courses in business and communications, supplemented by elective graduate courses. With this background, professional activities can and often do encompass both technical and nontechnical fields.

Positions of leadership call for interaction between technology and society; communication is required not only with other engineers but with other professionals, laymen and workers. The ability to think and express oneself clearly is essential. These needs are considered in the admission requirements and in the internship.

Admission Requirements

Individuals possessing a minimum of an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or the equivalent may apply for program admission. Those persons applying with only a bachelor's degree must have a grade point average of at least 3.0/4.0. Individuals applying with a master's degree in engineering must have a grade point average of at least 3.25 for their overall graduate studies. Since the D.Eng. is a practice-oriented, professional degree, at least five years of fulltime engineering-related practice is an important factor considered for program admission. 

 Please note additional remote engineering fees are added each semester. 

How to apply

  • Program Specialist IV, Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering
  • Interim Graduate Advisor, Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering
  • Office: ETB 1041K
  • Phone: 979-845-0528
  • Email: [email protected]

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Systems engineering, PhD

The systems engineering doctoral degree program advances students’ understanding of complex engineering systems. Students will learn how to manage systems that encompass technological, social, cultural and environmental components that impact the input, output and interactions within a system.

Program description

Systems engineering is the art and science of creating systems that meet requirements, often while managing opposing constraints. Systems engineering is a holistic, integrative field. Combined knowledge of several engineering disciplines lead to design and production of balanced, optimized systems.

Modern industrial systems must encompass the technological, environmental, social and cultural components that impact the input, output and interactions within a system. 

The systems engineering PhD program will prepare you to identify, model, analyze, interpret, optimize and manage the multidimensional interactions of modern technological challenges. 

Students will be required to complete a core of five courses, providing the foundation for

  • systems thinking,
  • systems identification,
  • systems modeling,
  • systems design and analysis, and
  • perspective taking.

This program is designed for students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related field, and that have demonstrated excellent mathematical aptitude.

Career outlook

Graduates of the systems engineering doctoral program will possess the expertise to advance systems integration of key industry and government sectors. They will also be ready to contribute to the body of knowledge on interdisciplinary methods, techniques and strategies for designing and managing complex systems. 

Admission requirements

Applicants who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply.

  • a minimum of a BS in engineering or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States or from appropriately credentialed institutions in other countries
  • a minimum of 3.00 cumulative GPA (scale is 4.00 = A) in the applicable bachelor’s degree

Application process

The admission process begins by applying for graduate admission . The application requires that following items must be submitted:

  • Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose: Submit online a 300- to 500-word statement of purpose describing your motivation and rationale for obtaining a PhD in the Systems Engineering program at Arizona State University and how it relates to your long-term career goals.
  • Official transcripts from each college or university attended.
  • International applicants must also meet the  English proficiency requirements , as defined by Graduate Admissions. Please be sure to review the  TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE score requirements , as your application will not be processed without valid proof of English proficiency.

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Degree requirements

A minimum of 84 semester credit hours are required for the PhD degree, distributed as follows:

  • A maximum of 30 credit hours of coursework from a previous master’s degree in engineering or a related field may be applied to the PhD.
  • Three core courses, totaling 9 credit hours.
  • One foundation course, totaling 3 credit hours.
  • Additional coursework that is directly in support of the research area. This must total, at a minimum, 15 credit hours.
  • 12 credit hours of EGR 792, Research.
  • 12 credit hours of EGR 799, Dissertation

Application deadlines

August 15  Spring semester (January) January 15  Fall semester (August)

These are priority deadlines. Applications submitted after this deadline may still be considered.

Core courses

All students enrolled in the PhD in Systems Engineering must complete the following core courses* as early as is reasonable in their program. Students must also complete one course from their foundation area. Additional curriculum details are available in the PhD Systems Engineering program handbook .

  • EGR 602: Principles of Independent Research
  • EGR 608: Advanced Simulation
  • EGR 611: Complex Engineering Systems

If a student needs additional preparation before taking one or more of the core courses the required deficiency courses may not be used as part of the Plan of Study, although the grades received in these courses will be used in computing the overall GPA. Additionally, PhD programs of study are dependent on both the background and the chosen specialization of individual students, and preparation beyond the minimum core requirements is occasionally necessary.

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The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering offers students five different concentration areas from which to choose, with both thesis and non-thesis options available. Major areas of study are industrial systems, operations research, manufacturing systems, management systems engineering and human factors and ergonomics.

If you have an engineering degree and are ready to learn more and have greater opportunities to advance in your workplace, an advanced degree in industrial and systems engineering can help. If you have a desire to teach in higher education, you will also find yourself well prepared by obtaining a postgraduate degree.

Program Structure

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This program requires a preliminary exam, a dissertation, and an oral exam in defense of the dissertation.

For additional information, please visit the Graduate Catalog .

Admissions Requirements

Students seeking full admission into this program should apply as a classified student. Non-degree seeking students wishing to take classes offered through the Online program should apply as an Unclassified student.

Applications for the degree programs are reviewed three times a year. The application deadlines for those semesters are as follows:

  • Fall Semester – June 1
  • Spring Semester – November 1
  • Summer Semester – May 1

An applicant for admission to graduate study must hold a bachelor's degree from a fully recognized four-year educational institution that has unconditional accreditation with appropriate regional accrediting agencies. They must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School and the Industrial and Systems Engineering program.

Regular admission to graduate study in the program requires a minimum grade point average (last four semesters of undergraduate work) of 3.00/4.00. When a student is deficient in one of the criteria cited, the student's application, nevertheless, may be considered for admission based on the strength of other materials contained in the student's application.

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores are NOT required for entry into this program.

Bagley College of Engineering programs may accept transfer work previously completed by the student. Transcript reviews to determine transfer or prerequisite work will be evaluated AFTER students are granted full admission. Once admitted an academic coordinator can review those transcripts for more information.

To meet admission requirements, submit a separate official final transcript from each college or university attended; faxed transcripts will not be accepted. An applicant may not ignore previous college attendance and must list all colleges attended on the application for admission. You must be in good standing at the last college or university attended

Attention International Students

International students are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and score greater than 550. Detailed information regarding international applications can be found in the Graduate Catalog . Questions regarding international applications can be addressed to the Office of the Graduate School at [email protected] .

  • ETS is providing home testing for the TOEFL iBT test, and MSU is encouraging students to take advantage of this testing option. For those students applying who have taken the TOEFL within five years of the semester they plan to enroll and are unable to access the TOEFL iBT test from home, we will accept your previous test scores.

Admission Options

Domestic/international classified admissions, domestic unclassified admissions, international unclassified admissions, provisional admissions, readmission, transfer credit.

  • Submit online application . You will choose Industrial and Systems Engineering as your Program of Study and Online Education as your campus.
  • Statement of Purpose
  • The TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international students.
  • You will be asked to submit three names and three email addresses of individuals you are using as references. Once you click submit, these individuals will be sent an email from MSU, which will provide a link to an online form for completing their recommendations.
  • One official transcript showing bachelor’s degree or progress toward degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.)
  • Electronic transcripts should be sent to: [email protected] Mississippi State University, Graduate School. Only one copy of an electronic transcript is required.
  • Paper Transcripts Address (USPS): Mississippi State University The Office of the Graduate School P.O. Box G Mississippi State, MS 39762
  • Physical Street Address (for DHL, Fed Ex, UPS, DHS, etc.): Mississippi State University The Office of the Graduate School 175 President Circle 116 Allen Hall Mississippi State, MS 39762
  • Payment of $60 non-refundable application processing fee for domestic students. Payment of $80 non-refundable application processing fee for international students.
  • Once you are admitted, you will receive an email with complete instructions on registering for classes and contacting your advisor

Only NINE (9) hours of course work taken as an "Unclassified Student" can be applied toward a degree program. All Unclassified students should submit a classified application once they have reached the maximum of nine hours. Full admission into the Industrial and Systems Engineering online program will be based upon successful completion of all classified admissions requirements.

If you are applying unclassified, select "Graduate School - Unclassified" as the college.

  • Submit online application
  • Pay $60 non-refundable application processing fee

PLEASE NOTE In general, students who are not admitted into a degree program are not eligible for student financial aid funds. For more information please visit Student Financial Aid to see if you will be eligible or not while taking courses as an Unclassified graduate student.

  • TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international students.
  • One copy of academic records showing degree(s) (in native language along with translated copies if appropriate)
  • Must obtain application approval from the Dean of the Graduate School
  • Payment of $80 non-refundable application processing fee for international students.

A student who has not fully met the requirements stipulated by the University and the department for admission to graduate study may be granted admission as a degree-seeking graduate student with provisional status. Such student must have as his/her initial objective advancement to regular status. A provisional student must receive a 3.00 GPA on the first nine hours of graduate level courses on the program of study taken at Mississippi State University (transfer hours or unclassified graduate hours will not apply) in order to achieve regular status. If a 3.00 is not attained, the provisional student will be dismissed from graduate study.

Once enrolled in graduate study, a student who fails to meet the continuous enrollment requirement must complete an Application for Readmission to register for classes. Continuous enrollment is defined as enrollment in two of three semester terms (Fall, Spring, or Summer) with Fall enrollment required. Students who have not been enrolled for a period of three years or longer and are in good academic standing, are eligible to reapply to through the Lapsed Student Program. Readmission is not guaranteed and must be approved by the Department Head, Academic Dean, and Dean of the Graduate School. Interested students or academic departments should contact the Graduate School for more information.

Students may transfer up to twelve (12) hours of graduate level credits from regionally accredited institutions. The decision to grant transfer credit is made by the advisor and the student’s graduate committee. If you wish to transfer credits, contact your advisor. You will need to provide an official transcript showing the courses you wish to transfer.

MA 1713 Calculus I (Prerequisite: ACT Math subscore 26, or grade of C or better in 1323 or 1453) Three hours lecture. Analytic geometry; functions; limits; continuity; derivatives of algebraic functions; applications of the derivative. Honors section available.

MA 1723 Calculus II (Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MA 1713) Three hours lecture. Antidifferentiation; the definite integral; applications of the definite integral; differentiation and integration of transcendental functions. Honors section available.

MA 2733 Calculus III (Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MA 1723) Three hours lecture. Further methods of integration; polar coordinates; vectors; infinite series. Honors section available.

MA 2743 Calculus IV (Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MA 2733) Three hours lecture. Differential calculus of functions of several variables; multiple integration; vector calculus. Honors section available.

IE 3123 Industrial Ergonomics (Undergraduate Students co-requisites: IE 4613 and IE 3121; Graduate Student co-requisite: IE 4613/6613) Three hours lecture. Analysis of work tasks; ergonomic design principles for manual work design, workplace design, and work environment design; work measurements; and design of wage payment plans.

IE 3913 Engr Economy I (Prerequisite: MA 1713) Three hours lecture. Principles of evaluating alternative engineering proposals. Economic measures of effectiveness, costs and cost estimates, basic comparative models, break even and replacement analysis.

IE 4333 Prod Control Sys I (Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in IE 4613) Three hours lecture. Principles, analysis, and design of production and inventory planning and control. Demand for forecasting, aggregated planning, inventory management, production scheduling and control systems.

IE 4613/6613 Eng Statistics I (Prerequisite: MA 1723) Three hours lecture. Introduction to statistical analysis. Topics include: probability, probability distributions, data analysis, parameter estimation, statistical intervals, and statistical inferences.

IE 6513 Engineering Administration (Prerequisite: Junior or graduate standing in engineering) Three hours lecture. Study of problems confronting the engineering manager. Includes: Organization and communication theory, internal and external relationships and responsibilities, and designing and implementing managerial systems.

IE 6533 Project Management (Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in IE 4613) Three hours lecture. Use of CPM, PERT, and GERT for planning, managing and controlling projects. Computer procedures for complex networks.

IE 6553 Industrial Quality Control (Prerequisite: Senior standing in engineering) Three hours lecture. The engineer and his relations to the law, to the public, and the ethics of his profession. Includes contracts, patents, copyrights, sales agreements, engineering specifications.

IE 6573 Process Improvement Engineering Three hours lecture. Introduction to quality and productivity improvement methodologies and tools. The design and implementation of continuous improvement systems in organizations.

IE 6623 Engineering Statistics II (Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in IE 4613) Three hours lecture. Continuation of IE 4613/6613. Introduction to engineering applications of regression, experimental design and analysis, and nonparametric methods.

IE 6733 Systems Simulation I (Prerequisites: MA 3113) Three hours lecture. Theory and application of linear programming; simplex algorithm, revised simplex algorithm, duality and sensitivity analysis, transportation and assignment problems algorithms, integer and goal programming. (Same as MA 4733/6733).

IE 6773 Systems Simulation (Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in IE 4934 or equivalent programming course, Co-requisite: IE 4623) Three hours lecture. The principles of simulating stochastic systems with an emphasis on the statistics of simulation and the use of discrete-event simulation languages.

IE 8000 Hours and credits to be arranged.

IE 8333 Production Control Systems II (Prerequisites: IE 4333) Three hours lecture. Inventory systems, static and dynamic production planning, operations scheduling and forecasting systems.

IE 8353 Manufacturing Systems Modeling (Prerequisites: IE 4733 and IE 4773) Three hours lecture. A study of models used to describe and analyze manufacturing systems. Development of models using queuing networks, mathematical programming, simulation, and other techniques.

IE 8583 Enterprise Systems Engineering (Prerequisite: Consent of instructor) Three hours lecture. Focuses on the design and improvement of an enterprise through the use of engineering tools and methods, based on the systems perspective of industrial engineering.

IE 8913 Engineering Economy II (Prerequisites: IE 3913 and IE 4613) Three hours lecture. Advanced principles and methods for engineering analysis of industrial problems. Topics include criteria for decisions, project investment and analysis, and elements of risk and uncertainty.

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Doctor of Systems Engineering

Earn your Doctor of Engineering in Systems Engineering from CSU

Earn your Doctor of Engineering in Systems Engineering from CSU

As the technology we use becomes increasingly more complex and interconnected, the need for skilled systems engineers is growing, particularly in industries like aerospace, aviation, power and energy, and information technology. This program is intended to help create the next generation of leaders in the field of systems engineering. Coursework reflects the rigor and depth expected of a professional doctorate program and emphasizes strategic problem solving, advanced leadership and business skills, and the knowledge required to address enterprise-level systems engineering challenges.

A program designed for engineering professionals

Developed with practicing engineers in mind, CSU’s Doctor of Engineering in Systems Engineering program provides advanced training and in-depth knowledge that can be used to solve complex, real-world problems. As a participant in this program, you will study both the theoretical framework of systems engineering and the technical applications needed to organize, manage, and implement projects in a range of industry settings. Interdisciplinary skills and the applied aspects of systems engineering are fundamental elements of this program’s core curriculum.

Ideal candidates for this systems engineering degree have considerable industry experience in addition to support from their current employer or organization. After being accepted, doctoral candidates in this program are assigned an advisory committee, which will include a faculty member with industry experience.

How does the Doctor of Engineering differ from a Ph.D.?

While CSU’s Ph.D. in Systems Engineering is primarily focused on systems engineering theory and scholarship (an excellent path for anyone interested in teaching), this professional doctorate program is centered on the practice and application of systems engineering principles. After being equipped with a greater depth of knowledge, graduates of this program will be prepared to seek advancement opportunities and take on leadership roles in their industry of choice.

Learn from leaders in engineering scholarship and research

By participating in this program, you will have the opportunity to study under faculty with decades of experience in applying engineering research to real-world challenges. Because CSU faculty often incorporate their own scholarship and work into the curriculum, you will also have access to some of the groundbreaking research currently taking place at the College of Engineering.

To learn more about the faculty members associated with the systems engineering doctorate program, please visit the Systems Engineering website .

The highly selective nature of this program maintains the integrity and quality of the student experience.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 72 credits must be completed. Students with an applicable master’s degree may have up to 30 credits apply, such that they take 42 credits at CSU for the D.Eng.
  • The D.Eng. requires students to complete a qualifying process (B grade or higher earned in all coursework toward the degree), an oral preliminary examination, and an oral final examination in addition to the finished dissertation document based on the practicum work. All D.Eng. students are considered provisional until they complete the qualifying process and preliminary exam.
  • Course substitutions, if permitted, must be approved by your department and faculty advisor.

Once admitted, please stay in touch with your department and faculty advisors and reference Department Resources and the SE Handbook to ensure you are meeting all program requirements.

Practicum Sponsor Expectations

All D.Eng. applicants are expected to create a formal arrangement with an industry stakeholder that will serve on their formal advisory committee to assist with the practicum experience and dissertation evaluation. This industry representative role is called the ‘practicum sponsor,’ and D.Eng. students are responsible for always ensuring they have an active practicum sponsor while in the D.Eng. program. Doctoral students must complete an annual evaluation with their faculty research advisor and practicum sponsor every year to continue degree progress.

More information about the practicum sponsor minimum requirements and expectations can be found in the application checklist for the D.Eng. program.

The D.Eng. program requires a minimum of 18 credits of SE coursework selected to be relevant to your practicum project and a minimum of 6 applied/professional electives to fulfill coursework requirements. The degree also requires a minimum of 9 credits of SYSE 786 practicum and a minimum of 9 credits of SYSE 799B dissertation: professional doctorate, taken over the duration of your program, to reflect effort toward your practicum and written dissertation projects. Completion of SYSE 710 and faculty advisor permission is required before your first semester of SYSE 786 registration.

Course delivery options allow you to study when and where it works best for you, whether that is streaming the lecture from your computer while it's happening live on campus or watching a recorded version at a time more convenient for you.

Please check with the SE department for a complete list of course options. When registration for a term is open, use our Credit Courses Page to search and register for online courses.

Before applying to this program, it is strongly recommended that you contact the Systems Engineering Department to understand all requirements.

Application Deadlines

The Doctor of Engineering is a highly competitive program with limited openings. Your complete application is due by the following dates. If an applicant misses these dates, they will need to change their application term to the next term.

Start your application online and upload materials directly into the online system. You can save your progress and return any time.

1 Review Admission Requirements

Download the complete Systems Engineering Application Information Packet prior to starting the application process. This packet provides detailed information regarding CSU's Systems Engineering graduate programs, minimum application qualifications, criteria for admission, and more.

Doctor of Engineering Requirements

  • Basic Statistics
  • Minimum of 5-8 years of professional experience as, “Systems Engineer,” “Engineer,” Scientist,” or equivalent
  • Sponsor within current company or practicum site who will collaborate with CSU during the practicum (one letter of recommendation must be from this person)**

*If your B.S. is not in engineering, an M.E. or M.S. in engineering is strongly recommended.

**For more information about sponsorship, view the Industry/Organization Practicum Support Guidelines .

Note: meeting the minimum department standards does not ensure admission to the program. Admission to Colorado State University graduate programs is based on several factors, including prior academic and professional experience and the personal statement.

Start your application online and upload materials directly into the online system. You can save your progress and return any time. We recommend starting the application process at least one month before the deadline to ensure you can submit all required materials on time.

2 Prepare Application Materials

Prepare the materials below and upload when you apply online.

  • At least 8 years relevant work experience for those applying to the 72-credit program (no applicable master’s).
  • At least 5 years relevant work experience for those applying to the 42-credit program (student already has applicable master’s).
  • Your relevant professional/academic background and skills
  • Why you are interested in Systems Engineering — provide specific areas of interest and application
  • Why you are interested in CSU's program and what you can contribute to CSU
  • One letter of recommendation from a sponsor within your current company or practicum site. This sponsor is expected to help coordinate with CSU during your practicum and serve on your advisory committee. The letter should state both this individual’s personal recommendation and anticipated support for the student during the program. Your practicum sponsor must submit a current resume along with their recommendation so minimum sponsor requirements can be verified.
  • Two additional letters of recommendation from faculty, supervisors, etc. who can speak to your relevant skills accurately and in detail.

3 Complete Online Application

Complete the online graduate application and pay the nonrefundable application processing fee (payable online). As soon as you have completed the required information, please submit your application. Your application will not be reviewed until it is complete and all required materials have been received.

  • Select "Systems Engineering (D.E)- Distance" when choosing the program of study

4 Request Transcripts

Request one official transcript of all collegiate work completed from all institutions attended. Transcripts from Colorado State University are not required. Transcripts must be received directly from the originating institution to be considered official.

Electronic (preferred): Digital Transcripts must be submitted by the originating institution using a secure service such as parchment, eScrip-Safe, the National Student Clearinghouse, or e-Quals. Transcripts received via emails are considered unofficial. Use institution code 4075 for Colorado State University or [email protected] if the secure service requires an email address.

Mail (if necessary) Graduate Admissions Colorado State University – Office of Admissions 1062 Campus Delivery Fort Collins, CO 80523-1062

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View your application status at any time to ensure your application checklist is complete or to check on updates.

Once your complete application, including supporting materials, is received, the department admission committee will review your application and notify you of their decision.

For International Applicants

Proof of English language proficiency is required for applicants from countries or United States territories where there are official languages other than (or in addition to) English. This includes the U.S. territories of American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico.

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Program Area: Naval Engineering

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Modality: Hybrid

The Department of Systems Engineering offers a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Systems Engineering (DL). Students take graduate level courses in systems engineering (as needed to pass the oral and written qualifying examinations), advanced graduate courses in systems engineering and an application domain, and perform research that leads to a dissertation involving some aspect of systems engineering. Research topics may be selected from a broad variety of studies of the systems engineering process, applications of systems engineering to solving complex problems, systems level modeling and simulation, and systems suitability assessment. Subject to approval of the student's dissertation committee chairman, dissertation research may be conducted away from NPS at cooperating facilities. Students must satisfy a one-year residency requirement. This may be met by completing periodic extended stays (nominally two weeks per quarter) at an NPS campus spread throughout the duration of the student's program.

Eligibility

The following are eligible for this offering:

  • Naval Officers
  • Non-Naval Officers
  • DON Civilians
  • DOD Civilians
  • Non-DOD Federal Employees
  • International military personnel
  • International non-military personnel

Requirements for Entry

  • Ideally, applicants should possess an M.S. degree in Systems Engineering .
  • Applicants with only a B. S. degree or an M.S. degree in another discipline will be required to take a number of systems engineering courses (equivalent to the coursework portion of an MSSE degree program) to pass the qualifying examinations. Unless an M.S. thesis and any other ABET EAC accreditation requirements are also satisfied, an M.S. in Systems Engineering degree will not be awarded for this preparatory work.

Application Information

Applications are handled by the NPS Admissions Office. Please visit the admissions website or contact them at [email protected] .

Tuition & Service Obligation

For information regarding tuition, please contact the NPS Tuition office at [email protected] , or contact this offering’s POC at [email protected] .

For information regarding service obligation, please visit the Admissions Office’s Eligibility/Service Obligation page .

Other Information

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Program Requirements and Standard Curriculum

  • Six courses (24 quarter credits) above the Masters degree 
  • Core required courses may be waived if students have already taken a similar course at the discretion of the PhD committee and/or advisor.  The student is still responsible for the material in the waived courses during written and oral qualifier exams.
  • OS3180: Probability and Statistics for Systems Engineering
  • SE3100: Fundamentals of Systems Engineering
  • SE3302: System Suitability
  • SI3400: Fundamentals of Engineering Project Management
  • A research methods course
  • Other 4000 level courses at the discretion of student’s advisor
  • Within the six courses taken, three of them should form a sequence for the student to obtain depth within a specialty field of interest. For example, a student could specialize in model-based systems engineering by taking: SE4150 (Systems Architecting and Design) , SE4930 (Model-Based Systems Engineering) , and SE4900 (Advanced Studies in Systems Engineering) .

Five written exams

  • SE Fundamentals
  • Applied Probability and Statistics for Systems Engineers
  • Three exams on 4000 level courses at the discretion of dissertation adviser
  • Adviser may choose to have student sit for additional exams as necessitated by the student’s research

Dissertation Research

  • A minimum of 3 dissertation research course blocks (12 quarter credits) but must stay enrolled each quarter until completion of dissertation.
  • Publishing in archival, peer-review journals is considered one of the best ways to disseminate scholarly research. Additionally, publication in recognized journals entails external validation of the quality and relevance of the research.
  • All PhD students are required to have a prepared manuscript for journal publication. The manuscript shall be available and deemed acceptable for submission to a journal prior to scheduling the dissertation defense.

Additional Expectations

Biennial on-campus meetings: Twice year to coincide with beginning of Fall and Summer quarters (e.g.: synched with 721 SEM-PD21 curriculum ) an orientation will be held on campus and other activities for both new and continuing PhD students. The purpose is to meet face-to-face, develop a research community among PhD students, and orient new as well as continuing students.

Admissions Requirements

Please contact the offering POC for details about where to submit application materials.

Materials required:

  • Academic transcripts
  • 2 Letters of academic recommendation
  • Letter of intent
  • Sample of technical writing
  • GRE scores may be requested to be taken under certain circumstances to include candidate has marginal academic performance, lacks engineering or technical experience or significant gaps exist between undergraduate, graduate and proposed PhD degree
  • A Participation Agreement
  • Confirmation of funding

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Application Deadlines

Fall Quarter applications due

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Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Online

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
  • Batten College of Engineering & Technology
  • Department of Engineering Management & Systems Engineering

Program Delivery Method

  • 100% online, with live online classes
  • Live online class attendance is required
  • Classes are usually held in the evening (Eastern U.S. Time Zone)

Why ODU for Engineering Management and Systems Engineering?

ODU's engineering management and systems engineering PhD program allows you to work with expert faculty to develop innovative solutions and conduct ground-breaking research.

You'll meet in live online classes. Your courses will blend highly theoretical knowledge with applied and pragmatic research. Then, you'll learn rigorous evaluation techniques to solidify your findings.

When you graduate, you will be prepared to teach and research at academic institutions, work at national research labs, or be a technology leader in public and private organizations that focus on innovation and technological leadership.

Admission to this program is competitive. As part of the application process, you will be matched with a faculty advisor with similar research interests. If a matching faculty advisor already has a full advising schedule, your admission may be delayed.

When you graduate, you will earn a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering – Engineering Management and Systems Engineering.

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Required Courses

  • 48 credit hours minimum

You will take:

  • Three core courses in engineering research and multivariate statistics.
  • Two elective courses from a range of topics such as engineering design, big data, systems analysis, reliability and maintainability, and risk analysis.
  • At least three subject area courses based on your research focus.
  • At least 24 credit hours of research.
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Online Learning Environment

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

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Calculating Cost

Rates are effective Fall 2023 and subject to change. * In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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Licensure Disclosure

This program is not intended to lead to a specific state-level license.

If you plan to pursue a professional license or credential, we encourage you to explore requirements through the appropriate credentialing agency or professional organization in your state.

Have questions? Please contact us through the form above to talk to an enrollment coach.

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Meet Your Team

You'll have a dedicated academic advisor for this program.

Contact us if you have questions about admission requirements, transferring credits, or application deadlines.

Ready to get started?

How to apply.

Admission to this program is competitive. In addition to general ODU admission requirements, you must have:

  • A master of science in engineering or a closely related technical field with a minimum 3.50 GPA from an accredited institution of higher education.
  • A bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA from an ABET-accredited program in engineering or engineering technology, or from an accredited program in applied science.

You will also submit a research concept paper to aid in pairing you with a faculty advisor. The number of students admitted depends partly on the advising load of faculty with matching research interests. See full application details in the Graduate Catalog .

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Systems Ph.D.

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  • Systems M.S. Degree
  • Minor in Systems Engineering
  • Professional Certificates
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  • Energy Systems M.Eng. Pathway
  • Systems M.Eng. Projects
  • Research Topics
  • Research News
  • Ezra's Round Table / Systems Seminar Series
  • Academic Leadership
  • Graduate Field Faculty
  • Graduate Students
  • Staff Directory
  • Ezra Systems Postdoctoral Associates
  • Research Associates
  • Faculty Openings-Systems
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  • Systems Magazine
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  • Cornell Systems Summit

Are you looking to take a leadership role within a research group or company division or as a professor? The employment prospects for the graduates of this program, both in academia and industry, are remarkably high as demand for systems experts far outweighs their supply. We expect the graduates of the program to find employment in a variety of fields, including academia, and public, private and governmental agencies specializing in energy, healthcare, defense, aerospace, information technology, policy making, etc. The applicable areas are endless because systems science and engineering are essential to tackle today’s complex global challenges.

Ph.D. in Systems

Accepting applications now for fall 2024 deadline to apply: january 15.

Graduates of the program will find employment in a variety of fields, including academia and public, private and governmental agencies specializing in energy, healthcare, defense, aerospace, information technology, policy making, etc.

Active areas of research

  • Multi-agent simulation framework for cooperative observing systems of systems
  • Patterns in architectural decisions and fast problem formulation in system architecture
  • Extreme weather forecasting using constellations of nanosatellites
  • Improved human-computer interaction for design of complex systems
  • Integrated materials and process design for carbon capture systems
  • Cyber-physical infrastructure and informatics for healthy living in smart cities
  • Enhancing the food security through sustainable regional food systems development
  • Forecasting evacuation behaviors of coastal communities in response to storm hazard information
  • Willingness to improve the resiliency of New York City’s transportation system
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing modeling and control
  • Systems design of chemical manufacturing from shale gas

Research Vision for Systems@Cornell

•    Strongly rooted in Cornell identity         • Rigorous theoretical foundations         • Disciplinary breadth         • Integrative and multi-disciplinary

•    Focused on solving global societal challenges         • Water-food-energy nexus         • Global climate change         • Built environment, infrastructure, transportation, energy, manufacturing  

“This PROGRAM is not ABOUT learning existing techniques. These are people who are going to create the state of the art… And so who do you turn to when appropriate techniques don’t exist for innovating complex systems? That’s a systems Ph.D.” –    Pat Reed, Professor,       Systems Engineering Field Faculty Member

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Online Systems Engineering Programs in America

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Viterbi School of Engineering

Los Angeles, CA •

University of Southern California •

Graduate School

  • • Rating 5 out of 5   2 reviews

Master's Student: Best experience is that I have the ability to engage with other students and my professors in real time. My worst experience would have to be; moments of not being able to hear what is being talked about during a lecture due to classroom audio issues. ... Read 2 reviews

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2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says Best experience is that I have the ability to engage with other students and my professors in real time. My worst experience would have to be; moments of not being able to hear what is being talked about during a lecture due to classroom audio issues. .

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Cornell Engineering

Ithaca, NY •

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University of Michigan College of Engineering

Ann Arbor, MI •

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Whiting School of Engineering

Baltimore, MD •

Johns Hopkins University •

  • • Rating 4.83 out of 5   12 reviews

Master's Student: Just starting now but the onboarding process is great! The student orientation was very helpful and the school has an amazing network. ... Read 12 reviews

Johns Hopkins University ,

BALTIMORE, MD ,

12 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says Just starting now but the onboarding process is great! The student orientation was very helpful and the school has an amazing network. .

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University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science

Charlottesville, VA •

University of Virginia •

  • • Rating 5 out of 5   3 reviews

Current Doctoral student: The academic program is very diverse to provide in-depth knowledge in various fields. The content is up-to-date with current developments, and the class requirements are somewhat challenging; however, you learn great ways to improve your skill sets. ... Read 3 reviews

University of Virginia ,

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA ,

3 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Current Doctoral student says The academic program is very diverse to provide in-depth knowledge in various fields. The content is up-to-date with current developments, and the class requirements are somewhat challenging;... .

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Virginia Tech College of Engineering

Blacksburg, VA •

Virginia Tech •

  • • Rating 4 out of 5   3 reviews

Master's Student: Overall, I had a really good academic experience, the classes were well-structured, and the professors were good. My only two problems were with my academic advisor and the senior design project. My senior design project was a 2 credit class, but I was working on it for approximately 15 hours a week, which is not reflected in my transcripts or resume. My graduate academic advisor was unresponsive and seemed to know nothing about the graduate school she worked for. ... Read 3 reviews

Virginia Tech ,

BLACKSBURG, VA ,

3 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says Overall, I had a really good academic experience, the classes were well-structured, and the professors were good. My only two problems were with my academic advisor and the senior design project. My... .

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Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering

Gainesville, FL •

University of Florida •

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Lyle School of Engineering

Dallas, TX •

Southern Methodist University •

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Case School of Engineering

Cleveland, OH •

Case Western Reserve University •

Case Western Reserve University ,

CLEVELAND, OH ,

School of Systems and Enterprises - Stevens Institute of Technology

Hoboken, NJ •

Stevens Institute of Technology •

Stevens Institute of Technology ,

HOBOKEN, NJ ,

George Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science

Washington, DC •

George Washington University •

  • • Rating 5 out of 5   1 review

Master's Student: The program has been very rigorous for someone without a background in engineering, but the faculty was able to work with me to craft an educational experience that worked with my knowledge and skills and outside of work hours. ... Read 1 review

George Washington University ,

WASHINGTON, DC ,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says The program has been very rigorous for someone without a background in engineering, but the faculty was able to work with me to craft an educational experience that worked with my knowledge and... .

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Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering

Loyola Marymount University •

Loyola Marymount University ,

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Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering

Tempe, AZ •

Arizona State University •

Arizona State University ,

TEMPE, AZ ,

University of Arizona College of Engineering

Tucson, AZ •

University of Arizona •

Master's Student: I have a bechalor degree in mechanical engineering I have been working in electricity generation sector as maintenance engineer, I am eager to study master abroad ... Read 2 reviews

University of Arizona ,

TUCSON, AZ ,

Featured Review: Master's Student says I have a bechalor degree in mechanical engineering I have been working in electricity generation sector as maintenance engineer, I am eager to study master abroad .

Missouri University of Science and Technology - College of Engineering and Computing

Rolla, MO •

Missouri University of Science and Technology •

Master's Student: I am currently enrolled in ECCC class 03-23 at the Missouri S and T. Throughout my time here, I have been incredibly impressed with the level of support and accommodation provided by the faculty. They consistently go above and beyond to ensure that each student is well-prepared and equipped for success in their chosen program. The dedication and commitment displayed by the faculty have truly made a positive impact on our learning experience. ... Read 1 review

Missouri University of Science and Technology ,

ROLLA, MO ,

Featured Review: Master's Student says I am currently enrolled in ECCC class 03-23 at the Missouri S and T. Throughout my time here, I have been incredibly impressed with the level of support and accommodation provided by the faculty.... .

Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering

Lubbock, TX •

Texas Tech University •

  • • Rating 4 out of 5   1 review

Master's Student: The interaction and communication you put into your classes determines what you will get out of it. If you invest little - doing other homework during class, just trying to get a passing grade, only trying to finish your degree to make money - I believe you will reap much less for the cost and time invested in your higher education. This is especially true in large universities like Texas Tech; it is easy to just slide through your program and get a degree. To stand out in your field after graduation, do yourself the favor of taking full advantage of the knowledge, training and help available to you during your time in school. ... Read 1 review

Texas Tech University ,

LUBBOCK, TX ,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says The interaction and communication you put into your classes determines what you will get out of it. If you invest little - doing other homework during class, just trying to get a passing grade, only... .

Walter Scott Jr. College of Engineering

Fort Collins, CO •

Colorado State University •

  • • Rating 4.5 out of 5   2 reviews

Master's Student: I was well received. The program made me feel wanted and valued throughout the application process. They helped provide financial aid resources, and professional connections ... Read 2 reviews

Colorado State University ,

FORT COLLINS, CO ,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says I was well received. The program made me feel wanted and valued throughout the application process. They helped provide financial aid resources, and professional connections .

Drexel University College of Engineering

Philadelphia, PA •

Drexel University •

Drexel University ,

PHILADELPHIA, PA ,

College of Engineering and Science - Florida Institute of Technology

Melbourne, FL •

Florida Institute of Technology •

Florida Institute of Technology ,

MELBOURNE, FL ,

Volgenau School of Engineering

Arlington, VA •

George Mason University •

  • • Rating 2.5 out of 5   2 reviews

George Mason University ,

ARLINGTON, VA ,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 2.5 stars.

University of Michigan - Dearborn College of Engineering and Computer Science

Dearborn, MI •

University of Michigan - Dearborn •

  • • Rating 4.8 out of 5   5 reviews

Master's Student: The professors are all well-versed in their subjects, and I feel that I have learned a ton of applicable knowledge that I can use directly in the field. ... Read 5 reviews

University of Michigan - Dearborn ,

DEARBORN, MI ,

5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says The professors are all well-versed in their subjects, and I feel that I have learned a ton of applicable knowledge that I can use directly in the field. .

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University of Texas - Arlington College of Engineering

Arlington, TX •

University of Texas - Arlington •

University of Texas - Arlington ,

ARLINGTON, TX ,

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide College of Arts and Sciences

Daytona Beach, FL •

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide •

Master's Student: Im a 43-year-old African American female enrolled in the MS Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability program with a specialization in Human Factors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. This program has been an amazing experience for me. The curriculum combines my passion for aviation and sustainability with a focus on human factors. I have had the opportunity to study topics such as human error, safety management systems, and ergonomic design, guided by distinguished faculty members. The emphasis on sustainability aligns with my values, and I have gained a deeper understanding of eco-friendly practices in aviation. Despite challenges I may face as an underrepresented individual, I am determined to succeed and grateful for the supportive community at the university. Overall, this program provides me with a great education and prepared me to make a meaningful impact in the aviation industry. I look forward to contributing to a sustainable and inclusive future in aviation and aerospace. ... Read 1 review

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide ,

DAYTONA BEACH, FL ,

Featured Review: Master's Student says Im a 43-year-old African American female enrolled in the MS Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability program with a specialization in Human Factors at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. This program... .

Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology

Marietta, GA •

Kennesaw State University •

Kennesaw State University ,

MARIETTA, GA ,

College of Engineering - University of Texas - El Paso

El Paso, TX •

University of Texas - El Paso •

  • • Rating 4.67 out of 5   3 reviews

Master's Student: I am just now starting classes a this university. My experience so far has been good. I am hoping y=to use this money so that i can elevate my career. ... Read 3 reviews

University of Texas - El Paso ,

EL PASO, TX ,

3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

Featured Review: Master's Student says I am just now starting classes a this university. My experience so far has been good. I am hoping y=to use this money so that i can elevate my career. .

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Doctor of Philosophy in Systems and Engineering Management

About the program.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Systems and Engineering Management program prepares competent industrial engineers and engineering managers for industry, consulting, university teaching and research. The Bureau of Labor Statistics growth rates for engineering management professionals project that these roles will increase by 30% in the next decade.

Visit the program website for more details.

Some programs may require you to come to the main campus or regional site for a course or activity. Make sure and check with the Department/Program Advisor to ensure you are able to meet the programs' requirements before you apply. Visit the program website for more details.

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Purdue University

Systems Engineering

Program overview .

The 100% online systems engineering (SYS) concentration offers an area of specialization for students in the Interdisciplinary Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) / Master of Science (MS) degree.  The concentration aims to develop professionals who are both well-grounded in interdisciplinary engineering as well as prepared to create and execute trans-disciplinary processes that result in engineered systems that are responsive to stakeholders' needs.   

Graduates will be able to apply state-of-the art methods in designing, analyzing, and controlling the next generation of complex systems that respond to rapidly changing environments.  Application areas include next-generation air traffic management, sustainable buildings, intelligent healthcare devices, healthcare delivery systems, flexible manufacturing integrated with design, next generation transportation systems, and next generation intelligent systems.   

Purdue University's online graduate engineering program is consistently ranked among the top three online programs by  U.S. News and World Report, 2024 .  

Students pursuing the systems concentration have the opportunity to earn a  Graduate Certificate in Systems  without taking additional courses. A separate application is required  to be considered.   

Interested in learning more?  Contact an enrollment counselor .  

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Degree requirements with the systems concentration.

The Interdisciplinary Engineering (MSE or MS) degree requires a total of 30 credit hours with at least 18 credits of Purdue, graduate level, engineering courses.  The Systems Engineering (SYS) concentration must be completed within these degree requirements.  

Core Systems Courses - 6 Credit Hours

  • Required:  SYS 50000 Perspectives on Systems
  • SYS 53000 Practical Systems Thinking 
  • SYS 51000 Tools and Methodologies for Designing Systems

Systems Related Elective Courses - 6 Credit Hours

Students must take 2 system related elective courses or 6 credits. Below is a a current list of options.

  • AAE 55000 Multidisciplinary Design Optimization
  • AAE 56000 Systems of Systems Modeling and Analysis
  • AAE 57100 Complex System Safety
  • ECE 58000 Optimization Methods for Systems & Control
  • IE 53000 Quality Control
  • IE 53200 Reliability
  • IE 53600 Stochastic Models in Operations Research
  • IE 54500 Engineering Economic Analysis
  • IE 54600 Economic Decisions in Engineering
  • IE 57700 Human Factors in Engineering
  • IE 57800 Applied Ergonomics
  • IE 58000 Systems Simulation
  • IE 59000/AAE 59000 Science Technology & Policy
  • IE 59000/BME 59500 Complex Systems: Theory & Applications
  • SYS 59000 Systems Engineering Processes and Professional  Competencies
  • ME 55300 Product & Process Design
  • ME 55700 Design for Manufacturability  (3 on-campus, Saturday labs required)
  • ME 57100 Reliability Based Design
  • ME 57500 Theory & Design of Control Systems
  • SYS 53000 Practical Systems Thinking

Engineering Courses - 6 Credit Hours

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Elective Courses - 12 Credit Hours

Any courses listed on our  courses page  will fulfill this requirement, including available non-engineering courses.

All questions regarding courses and transfer credits should be directed to a student’s academic advisor. 

Creating  Your  Plan of Study  

The MSE/MS master's program offers a wide range of flexibility in course options. After you begin your studies at Purdue, an academic advisor will help you create an Electronic Plan of Study (EPOS) to best fit your educational needs and career goals.   

The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements. This website is a knowledge source for specific requirements and completion.  

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PhD in Systems Engineering (SE)

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Systems Engineering (SE) offers the Post-Bachelor's PhD (MS/PhD) and the Post-Master's PhD which provide opportunities for research in automation, control and robotics, communication and networking, computational and systems biology, information sciences, and production, service systems and supply chain management. The Division research activities are closely aligned with the affiliated Center for Information & Systems Engineering (CISE).

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Availability, how it works:.

  • Automation, Robotics, and Control
  • Communications and Networking
  • Computational Biology
  • Information Sciences
  • Production, Service, and Energy Systems
  • Optimization methods
  • Information theory
  • Control theory
  • Queuing theory
  • Applied probability and statistics

PhD Handbook

The SE PhD Handbook includes policies, program requirements, logistics and contacts.

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For Application Deadlines, Requirements and Fee Waiver information, see the Graduate Admissions web page .

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The Russ College’s Mechanical and Systems Engineering Ph.D. program is a collaborative effort between the departments of industrial and systems engineering and mechanical engineering. The mission of the Mechanical and Systems Engineering Ph.D. program is to graduate engineering professionals who continue to contribute to their discipline after graduation, who can contribute to the wellbeing of society, and who are prepared to become leaders in research and teaching in academic, government, and industry positions.

Read what our graduates have to say about our PhD program.

We offer two specialization tracks, one in Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) and one in Mechanical Engineering (ME). The ISE track includes specialization areas in manufacturing systems, manufacturing information systems, artificial intelligence, systems simulation, process planning, warehousing, genetic algorithms, data mining, human factors, transportation logistics, supply chain management, reliability, and neural networks.

A minimum of 60 semester hours beyond the Master of Science (M.S.) degree is required consisting of:

  • A minimum of 30 semester hours beyond an M.S. of dissertation work and
  • 30 semester hours of approved graduate coursework

An interdisciplinary component, for which graduate coursework is taken outside the program track, is a general program requirement. In addition to general program requirements, specific track requirements must also be satisfied. Students must pass qualifying and comprehensive exams, and must successfully propose and defend a doctoral dissertation.

A plan of study is approved by the student’s dissertation advisory committee, the specialization track coordinator, and the chair of the program steering committee.

Program Resources

Program guidelines  (.doc)

Plan of study  (.doc)

Course catalog page

Dissertation Forms

Proposal defense scheduling form  (.doc)

Final defense scheduling form  (.doc)

Statement of Originality  (.pdf)

Admission Requirements

To apply for our doctoral program, you’ll need:

  • A Master of Science degree in engineering or a highly related field, i.e., chemistry, physics, or applied mathematics, computer science, production/operations management. (Applicants holding degrees in closely related fields or from non-accredited engineering institutions may be required to compensate for deficiencies with additional coursework.)
  • Minimum M.S. GPA of 3.3
  • GRE general test with a quantitative score of at least 158
  • TOEFL or IELTS test with a score that meets the minimum university requirement, if applicable
  • Three letters of recommendation from persons who can attest to the applicant’s academic and research aptitude

Admission to the program is restricted to those students whose educational plans fall within one of the two specialty areas.

Top 15 Online Master’s in Systems Engineering 2024

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Jobs in engineering are in demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, engineering positions are projected to grow much faster than the average occupation over the next several years. This includes openings for systems engineers. With the rise in online learning, it’s never been easier to earn an advanced degree in this sub-field of engineering. In the ranking below, our editors outline the 15 best systems engineering online programs currently available.

Rating and Ranking the Best Master’s in Systems Engineering Online

To develop this ranking of online systems engineering degrees, our editors searched the web for programs currently accepting new applicants. This initial inquiry yielded 40 total results. From there, we applied the affordability filter, eliminating schools with tuition exceeding $25,000 per year. Finally, the site-wide graduate ranking methodology was applied. What follows is the 15 best online master’s in systems engineering programs.

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Points : 10

Tuition : $10,519

The comprehensive online master’s in systems engineering from Old Dominion University is a 31-credit hour Master of Engineering program with a concentration in Systems Engineering. Courses are delivered synchronously for maximum student engagement. Enrolled students will take classes such as:

  • Mathematical and Computational Modeling in Systems Engineering
  • System Risk and Failure Analysis
  • Systems Architectures
  • Systems Engineering Design

Students will also choose four elective courses to round out the curriculum. A capstone element is required of students during their final semester.

#14—Auburn University

Points : 11

Tuition : $10,836

The online master’s in systems engineering from Auburn University includes both thesis and non-thesis tracks and is available online or on campus. Requirements for the degree include:

  • Engineering Economic Systems
  • Advanced Engineering Statistics
  • Linear Programming and Network Flow

Students will also complete a minimum of two elective classes as part of their plan of study. A thesis and/or research project may also be required as a capstone.

#13—University of Wisconsin- Madison

Tuition : $10,728

The Master of Engineering in Sustainable Engineering from the University of Wisconsin- Madison is one of the more unique systems engineering online programs in our ranking. Students who have an interest in both engineering and the environment can benefit from this standout offering. Courses required for the degree include:

  • Renewable Energy Systems
  • Environmental Sustainability Tools
  • Sustainable Approaches to System Improvement
  • Electromechanical Energy Conversion

Elective classes are also available, and an independent study component is required. Most students earn their online systems engineering degrees within 2-3 years.  

#12—Iowa State University

Tuition : $10,572

The versatile master’s in systems engineering online program from Iowa State University can be pursued on a part-time or full-time basis. Students who elect to complete the program online will enroll in classes such as:

  • Systems Engineering and Project Management
  • Engineering Management Theory
  • Decisions Analysis in Systems Design
  • Requirements Engineering

Elective classes are also available and include:

  • Engineering Risk Analysis
  • Enterprise Modeling and Integration
  • Manufacturing Systems Engineering
  • Total Quality Management

An on-campus option is also available, and the program can be completed in as few as 3 semesters.

#11—University of Oklahoma

Tuition : $8,034

The online master’s in systems engineering program from the University of Oklahoma is a flexible MS in Industrial & Systems Engineering that can be completed fully online in as little as 2 years. The program features a strong alumni component and is comprised of courses such as:

  • Simulation Modeling & Analysis
  • Quality and Reliability Engineering
  • Cost Engineering
  • Fundamentals of Engineering Statistical Analysis

A practicum project is also required prior to graduation. The Higher Learning Commission has accredited the University of Oklahoma to award online systems engineering degrees.

#10—Texas Tech University

Tuition : $6,956

Texas Tech University offers a master’s in systems engineering online program from the renowned Whitacre College of Engineering and the Department of Industrial, Manufacturing & Systems Engineering. The program features both a thesis and non-thesis track as well as course titles such as:

  • Simulation Models for Operations Analysis
  • Total Quality Systems
  • Engineering Management Environment
  • Decision Theory and Management Science

Texas Tech is fully accredited by the Southern Commission on Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award online systems engineering degrees.  

#9—University of Texas at El Paso

Master of science in systems engineering.

Tuition : $5,865

The University of Texas at El Paso offers a master’s in systems engineering online from its Extended Campus. This 30-credit hour program can be completed fully online. Sample course titles include:

  • Systems Requirements Analysis
  • Systems Integration, Verification and Validation
  • Systems Engineering Process
  • Systems Architecture and Design

Graduates are prepared for success on the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) ASEP/CSEP professional certification exam. A practicum experience is required at the culmination of the program.

#8—The University of Arizona

Points : 12

Tuition : $12,348

Designed for working professionals, the online MSSE program from the University of Arizona can be completed within just two years’ time. Prospective students can consider three different tracks, including thesis, project, and coursework-only options. Courses required for the degree include:

  • Systems Engineering Processes
  • Theory of Linear Systems
  • Model-Based Systems Engineering
  • Engineering Statistics

Students may also earn a graduate certificate in systems engineering without any additional coursework. Both The Higher Learning Commission and the WASC Senior College and University Commission have accredited the University of Arizona to award online systems engineering degrees.

#7—Weber State University

Tuition : $8,089

The master’s in systems engineering online program offered through Weber State University is a highly flexible option that enables students to choose between synchronous and asynchronous learning on a daily basis. Still, the curriculum for the program is rigorous and includes course titles such as:

  • Design For Operational Feasibility
  • Overview of Systems Engineering Processes
  • Engineering Project and Program Management
  • Research Methods and Experimentation

Elective classes are also available. Students may choose to complete additional coursework or complete a design project at the culmination of the program.

#6—University of Utah

Tuition : $7,353

The University of Utah is home to an interdisciplinary master’s in systems engineering online. This fully online MSSE program requires core knowledge courses such as:

  • Discrete Event Systems Simulation
  • Quality Assurance Engineering
  • Systems Engineering and Integration
  • Requirements Engineering and Management

In addition to the master’s degree, a fully online graduate certificate in systems engineering is also available. The University of Utah is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

#5—George Mason University

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Points : 13

Tuition : $13,426

The versatile online master’s in systems engineering degree from George Mason University features three distinct concentrations:

  • Architecture-Based Systems Integration
  • Systems Engineering of Software Intensive Systems
  • Systems Management

Despite their chosen specialty, all enrolled students will take core courses such as:

  • System Management and Evaluation
  • System Design and Integration
  • System Definition and Cost Modeling
  • Systems Engineering Principles

Both synchronous and asynchronous courses are available. Students must complete a capstone project to earn their online systems engineering degrees.

#4—Arizona State University

Tuition : $12,014

The online master’s in systems engineering from Arizona State is a Master of Engineering program with an emphasis in Systems Engineering. The robust curriculum for this flexible program consists of ten courses, including:

  • Enterprise Modeling
  • Design of Experiments
  • Advanced Quality Control
  • Engineering Administration

Students interested in Lean Six Sigma can earn their Black Belt certification as part of their master’s program. Five separate areas of emphasis are also available:

  • Supply Chains
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Quality and Reliability

ASU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission to confer online systems engineering degrees.

#3—Purdue University

Master’s in systems engineering.

Tuition : $9,718

The online master’s in systems engineering option from Purdue University is a graduate concentration that can be added to either the MS or MSE degree in Interdisciplinary Engineering. Sample course titles required for the concentration include:

  • Models-Based Systems
  • Systems Engineering Theory / Architecting
  • Modeling Tools and Methods
  • Analytics & Evaluation

A total of 30 credit hours is required, 18 of which must be completed at Purdue. Students enrolled in systems engineering online programs at Purdue may also qualify for a graduate certificate in this engineering sub-field.  

#2—Mississippi State University

Points : 14

Tuition : $9,398

The affordable online master’s in systems engineering program from Mississippi State University is a MS option in Industrial and Systems Engineering. The program is highly versatile, offering five formal concentration options as well as thesis and non-thesis tracks. Students may concentrate their studies in one of the following areas:

  • Industrial Systems
  • Manufacturing Systems
  • Operations Research
  • Management Systems Engineering
  • Human Factors and Ergonomics

Sample course titles include:

  • Process Improvement Engineering
  • Manufacturing Systems Modeling
  • Engineering Economy
  • Enterprise Systems Engineering

Mississippi State is accredited to award online systems engineering degrees by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

#1—Missouri University of Science & Technology

Points : 15

Tuition : $10,992

One of the leading providers of systems engineering online programs, Missouri S&T offers a fully online MSSE that can be completed with or without a thesis. Core courses required for the degree include:

  • Information-Based Design
  • Systems Life Cycle Costing
  • Systems Engineering and Analysis
  • Systems Architecting

Beyond core courses, online students can take courses to fulfill one of seven emphasis areas. Examples include:

  • Computational Intelligence Engineering
  • Cyber Physical Systems
  • Financial Engineering

The university also offers a doctoral degree in systems engineering for students interested in continuing their education.

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Dr. Aksamentov received his B.S. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering at the Moscow Aviation Institute with highest honors for academic work. After receiving his Ph.D. in 1987 he was hired as a Senior Research Fellow and faculty member in the College of Cosmonautics and Automatic Flight Vehicles. Dr. Aksamentov has a very distinguished career with both the former Soviet – now Russian and US space programs. Dr. Aksamentov has authored and co-authored more than 40 publications in the U.S. and Russia, including Russian Space Industry Standard for Calculations of Spacecraft External Heat Fluxes, and patented invention. He holds the Gagarin Diploma, one of the highest honors awarded by Russia's leading professional aeronautics and cosmonautics society, which he received for contributions to international cooperation in space. Dr. Aksamentov was a visiting professor of aerospace engineering at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. He is currently a Director of International business for Boeing Space Exploration in Houston, TX and has been working closely with SICSA for many years through lectures and participation in student studio design reviews. n of space habitats, extreme environment designs on Earth and UAV development.

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Vittorio Netti, MS-SA Adjunct Professor Axiom Space Space Architecture Graduate Program

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Elevate your career with Wayne State University's groundbreaking online M.S. program in Systems Engineering! This highly flexible program offers concentrations in both commercial and defense systems, a unique blend of INCOSE certification preparedness, integrated internship opportunities, and an exclusive capstone design course. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to attend an informational session before applying. We will discuss the program, careers, concentrations, application process, curriculum, and more.

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