Engineering (M.S.)

M.S. Engineering

Students develop multidisciplinary engineering skills with academic depth and industry driven application focus.
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Program Overview

The graduate program at the Ingram School of Engineering (ISoE) provides students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and practical experience to excel in the industry.

Our program emphasizes research and professional development, providing students with opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects, get certifications and attend training sessions that keep them at the forefront of their field.

ISoE has active Industrial Advisory Boards consisting of alums and representatives from the local industry, ensuring that our curriculum remains relevant, accredited, and meets the demands of the industry.

Course Work

The engineering program provides a practical, industry-driven focus with two options:

  • Thesis: Focused on an academic research topic
  • Project: Directed research application, industry-driven project

Both options require a minimum of 31 credit hours with engineering and general courses, multidisciplinary electives, a seminar, and at least six hours of thesis/ project. The estimated time to complete the degree is 2-2.5 years.

DegreeConcentrationHoursResearch OptionMinor OptionLocation
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Civil Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Project*
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Civil Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Thesis
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Electrical Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Project*
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Electrical Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Thesis
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Industrial Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Project*
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Industrial Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Thesis
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Project*
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos
Degree
M.S.
Concentration
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Hours
31
Research Option
Thesis
Minor Option
No minor
Location
San Marcos

The Project option is only available to admitted students after approval by the program's graduate advisor. When applying, you will be required to select the Thesis option but may change into the Project option after consultation with the graduate advisor

What The Industry Says

“The United States must invest in the development and recruitment of the best and brightest from here and abroad to ensure that we have the talent, expertise and ideas that will continue to spur innovation and keep our nation at the leading edge of science and technology.ˮ

— National Academy of Sciences

Program Details

Our engineering program is designed to produce highly qualified graduates with multidisciplinary theoretical and practical skills necessary to perform effectively in all professional contexts.

Program Mission

The mission of the Ingram School of Engineering is:

  • To provide students with an exceptional education in various disciplines of engineering,
  • To establish, through dedicated faculty, a nationally recognized research program, preparing interested students to achieve excellence in graduate studies and research, and
  • To serve the State of Texas and the nation by creating highly skilled, diverse, and motivated professionals capable of technological innovation and dedicated to the improvement of society.

Career Options

Program graduates can embark on careers in industrial, service, and government organizations or continue to doctoral studies for academic and research careers. Our graduates work in a variety of career paths with distinguished alumni in:

  • Amazon
  • AMD
  • Intel
  • Lockheed Martin
  • NXP Semiconductors
  • Raytheon Technologies
  • Samsung
  • Tesla

Program Faculty

Our world-class faculty supervise graduate thesis and projects based on their cutting-edge research. Students of the program have access to a great portfolio of state-of-the-art equipment, instruments, and labs. The areas of impact are highly multidisciplinary, including:

  • Sustainable/ renewable energy
  • Next generation materials
  • Industry 4.0, Digital Twins, and smart manufacturing
  • Machine learning & loT technology
  • Quality healthcare delivery
  • Technology-enhanced infrastructure
  • Smart Cities initiative including smart grids & mobility innovation

Contact us for general questions about your application, funding opportunities, and more. If you have specific questions after reviewing the program details, contact the program's graduate advisor.
 

Graduate Advisor
Dr. Ravi Droopad
rd41@txstate.edu
512.245.6165
Ingram Hall (IGRM), Room 2210H

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Application Process

Application Deadlines

DeadlinesU.S. CitizenInternational
Deadlines
Fall - Priority
U.S. Citizen
February 1
International
February 1
Deadlines
Fall - Standard
U.S. Citizen
June 15
International
June 1

This program's deadline is firm. This type of deadline means the application and other application requirements must be submitted by the program's specified deadline day.

 Funding Information
Applications must be complete by the priority deadline to be considered for certain types of funding.

Decision Timeline
This program reviews applications on a firm basis.

Admission Requirements

The items required for admission consideration are listed below. Additional information for applicants with international credentials can be found on our international web pages.

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    • $55 nonrefundable application fee
      OR
    • $90 nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials

    Review important information about application fees.

    • baccalaureate degree in engineering, computer science, physics, technology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited university. (Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered. Visit our International FAQs for more information.)
    • a copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted
    • 2.75 overall GPA or a 2.75 GPA in your last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)

    Non-credit (leveling) course work may be required prior to admission into the program if you lack sufficient background course work. Any required leveling course work must be completed with grades of B or better prior to admission. 

    Review important information about transcripts. Official transcripts, sent directly from your institution, will be required if admission is granted.

  • GRE

    • official GRE (general test only) with competitive scores in the verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning and writing sections. 
      • Texas State University students with a GPA greater than 2.75 are exempt from this requirement.

    Approved English Proficiency Exam Scores

    Applicants are required to submit an approved English proficiency exam score that meets the minimum program requirements below unless they have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent from a country on our exempt countries list.

    • official TOEFL iBT scores required with a 78 overall
    • official PTE scores required with a 52 overall
    • official IELTS (academic) scores required with a 6.5 overall and
      • minimum individual module scores of 6.0
    • official Duolingo Scores required with a 110 overall
    • official TOEFL Essentials scores required with an 8.5 overall

    This program does not offer admission if the scores above are not met.

    Review important information about official test scores.

    • resume/CV detailing prior work experience, research experience, awards, scholarships, and other related qualifications
    • statement of purpose (two pages) conveying your research interests, plans for graduate study, and professional aspirations
    • two letters of recommendation from non-related individuals familiar with your scholarly work and/or relevant work experience

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