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Rochester Institute of Technology—Engineering & Engineering Technology

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RIT’s graduate programs in engineering emphasize applied education and research.  RIT’s focus on experiential learning offers students a unique learning environment with access to over 50 high tech labs, expert faculty, and the opportunity to intern or co-op while studying. This hands-on approach to graduate education gives RIT graduates the skills and knowledge they need to succeed after graduation. The outcomes speak for themselves. Over 97% of RIT MS and Ph.D. graduates find jobs in their field or go on to further study within 6 months of graduation for companies like Apple, NASA, Toyota, Lockheed Martin, Amazon, and many more.

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Website: www.rit.edu

Contact: Rochester Institute of Technology—Engineering & Engineering Technology

Benefits

Student Experience

Student Experience

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Affordability

Affordability

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  • Employer Tuition Reimbursement Accepted
  • Yellow Ribbon Program
  • Graduate Assistantships
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering
Engineering Management
Industrial and Systems Engineering
Lean Six Sigma
Manufacturing Leadership
Mechanical Engineering
Microelectronic Engineering
Microelectronics Manufacturing Engineering
Product Development
Sustainable Engineering
Vibrations
Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering

The master of science degree in Computer Engineering will prepare students to be leaders in the field through increased knowledge and problem-solving experience. This program requires a thesis or graduate project.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may be started in the Fall or Spring semester.

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Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Students in the master of science in Electrical Engineering program will choose from six areas of study and develop their coursework and applied research with electrical engineering faculty.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may be started in the Fall or Spring semester.

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Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Engineering

Engineering Ph. D.

The doctorate program in Engineering allows for graduates to be innovative and flexible in their research while not focusing on a singular discipline. The program requires 66 credit hours.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Priority Deadline January 15, Rolling thereafter
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
3 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time - Daytime
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may only be started in the Fall semester.

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Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Engineering Management

Engineering Management

In the master of science in Engineering Management program students will take systems and industrial engineering courses alongside business management courses.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may be started in the Fall or Spring semester.

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Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Industrial and Systems Engineering

Industrial and Systems Engineering

RIT offers a Master of Science and Master of Engineering in Industrial and Systems Engineering. Students in both programs will have the opportunity to work with industrials and systems engineering faculty on applied research in various fields.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may be started in the Fall or Spring semester.

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Visit the program overview page for the MS and ME more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Lean Six Sigma

Lean Six Sigma Advanced Certificate

RIT’s Lean Six Sigma certificate focuses on advanced statistical techniques for engineers and other practitioners who are looking to increase efficiency. This certificate will prepare those interested in industry certifications but does not lead to Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt in itself.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall, Spring, & Summer Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Part-time
Classroom Type
Online & On Campus

This program is part-time and may be completed online or on-campus.

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Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Manufacturing Leadership

Manufacturing Leadership

The MS in Manufacturing Leadership is offered online so students can continue to work while taking classes. Courses include engineering and business courses that will allow students to develop advanced problem-solving skills in supply chain management, global manufacturing and operations, and more.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time or Part-time
Classroom Type
Online & On Campus

This program may be completed part-time or full-time and online or on-campus.

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Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

RIT offers a Master of Science and Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may be started in the Fall or Spring semester.

Learn More

Visit the program overview page for the MS and ME more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Microelectronic Engineering

Microelectronic Engineering

Graduates from the MS in Microelectronic Engineering program will be prepared to enter a doctoral program or enter the semiconductor industry.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may be started in the Fall or Spring semester.

Learn More

Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Microelectronics Manufacturing Engineering

Microelectronics Manufacturing Engineering

Graduates from the MS in Microelectronic Engineering program will be prepared to enter the semiconductor industry.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall Start for Full-Time students, Spring Start for Part-Time students - Year Round
Enrollment
Part-Time & Full-Time
Classroom Type
Online & On Campus

This program may be completed part-time or full-time and online or on-campus.

Learn More

Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Product Development

Product Development

The product development program will help students reach higher levels of management through courses integrating engineering and business practices. Students can choose electives and capstone project specific to their industry and career goals.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Part-Time & Full-Time
Classroom Type
Online & On Campus

This program may be completed part-time or full-time and online or on-campus.

Learn More

Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Sustainable Engineering

Sustainable Engineering

The MS in sustainable engineering is a technical program with courses in engineering, public policy, and environmental management.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester
Time to Completion
1-2 Years

To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, GRE, and meet the minimum requirements.

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Full-time
Classroom Type
On Campus

This program is full-time and may be started in the Fall or Spring semester.

Learn More

Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

Vibrations

Vibrations Advanced Certificate

Students learn to use sophisticated software tools, analytical techniques, and experimental methods to design, develop, and implement solutions for problems of vibration control and minimization in engineering systems.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling
Cost
$1815 per credit hour - $140 fee per semester

Program Options

Start and Timing
Fall & Spring Start - Year Round
Enrollment
Part-Time
Classroom Type
On Campus

Learn More

Visit the program overview page for more information on student outcomes, program curriculum, and admissions requirements.

What Others are Saying

RIT provides you with everything you need. There are people to guide you and you can utilize this for your own benefit. The academic strength of RIT, coupled with the many career services offered by RIT, directs you toward success.
— Sai Ashwin Parakkal of India, 2017, MS Computer Science

Contact Rochester Institute of Technology—Engineering & Engineering Technology

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Rochester, NY 14623-5603

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