Program Overview
Applications for the MSE M.Eng. program are available online through the Cornell University Graduate School.
Program overview
The Cornell MSE Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) is a one-year program with three essential aspects:
- Graduate-level coursework
- Capstone project
- Professional development
Graduate-level coursework
The MSE M.Eng. is a flexible program, where students enroll in classes that most interest them, and each student works with their faculty advisor to develop a curriculum that best fits their needs. Typically, students take 6-8 graduate-level instructional courses. Many of these are courses taught by the MSE department, but students are also encouraged to take technical electives from other departments at Cornell.
Capstone project
As part of the M.Eng. program, each student completes a capstone project, which is selected through a process involving both the student and project sponsor. This project is a unique opportunity for students to get hands-on experience solving a real-world problem of significance. Students typically have several options to choose from, including projects sponsored by Cornell faculty, local industry partners, and a project-based entrepreneurship course (MSE 5070).
Professional development
As part of our commitment to implementing a comprehensive professional program, The MSE M.Eng. curriculum includes two semesters of Professional Development Seminar (MSE 5005). In this course, students engage in active-learning topics such as: networking, emotional intelligence, salary negotiation, and more. The MSE M.Eng. program also works together with the Cornell Team and Leaderhsip Center, for both orientation and seminars, to construct a unique curriculum that prepares students to maximize their effectiveness in the workplace.