Master of Engineering

The Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering offers a graduate program leading to a master of engineering degree. Students in this innovative program can take courses in engineering, business, and communications. This program capitalizes on the strengths of both the Donald P. Shiley School of Engineering and the Dr. Robert B. Pamplin Jr. School of Business and caters to the individual needs of the graduate student. Courses in engineering are selected from civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering, as well as computer science. Courses in business are chosen in the areas of entrepreneurship, marketing, management, and new venture development. In addition, students can take a course in business communications from the Department of Communication Studies. 

Student Outcomes

Outcomes for the master of engineering degree program have been established so that students:

• Receive cutting edge education in their chosen field of study.
• Receive practical, hands-on education which will be relevant to their career goals.
• Have abundant opportunities for interdisciplinary academic work.
• Are encouraged to pursue life-long learning in the overall graduate curriculum.

Admission Requirements

Typically, candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or physical science will be considered for graduate admission. Consultation with the graduate program director early in the process of applying for graduate admission is highly recommended. Such consultation can point out any deficiencies in the candidate’s background and appropriate undergraduate courses can then be taken to make up these deficiencies.

1. Statement of Goals
2. Current Resume
3. Three recommendation forms and letters
4. Official transcripts from all previously attended academic institutions
5. A bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university recognized by the University of Portland
6. A bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, or a physical science
7. International Applicants: All foreign degrees will be evaluated by International Student Services prior to an admission decision
8. Official GRE score
9. International Applicants: An official score from either the TOEFL (minimum score of 80) or IELTS (minimum score of 7.0) exam is required.
10. International Applicants: Proof of financial support will be required to attend the University of Portland, but is not required for application review.

Graduation Requirements

Thirty semester hours of graduate coursework are required. Any undergraduate courses taken to make up deficiencies do not count towards these hours. Up to twelve semester hours of graduate coursework may be taken in the area of business including up to three semester hours in the area of communication studies. All courses must be approved by the graduate program director, or the student’s graduate advisor. A thesis is not required, however an optional thesis or project may be used as part of the major requirements. A combined maximum of six semester hours of graduate coursework is allowed for thesis or projects.