If you are interested in going to graduate school, our concurrent B.S./Master’s programs in industrial engineering (M.S. or M.Eng.), engineering management (M.Eng.), or systems engineering (M.Eng.) are an excellent opportunity to obtain both degrees within 5 years. Up to 12 credits of graduate course work (6 credits taken as an undergraduate and 6 credits while in concurrent status) can be used to satisfy your program requirements for both degrees. After completing the B.S. program, you will be considered a full-time graduate student for the remainder of the Master’s program.
Concurrent Degree Programs
Program Policies
- Up to two semesters of concurrent enrollment are allowed.
- Up to 12 credits of graduate-level course work (6 credits taken as an undergraduate and 6 credits while in concurrent status) can be used to satisfy your program requirements for both degrees.
- Students must take at least three credits of 5000-level courses each semester during concurrent enrollment and will be paying graduate tuition and fees.
- Students participating in the concurrent program must adhere to the requirements for the graduate degree program in which they are enrolled.
Admission Requirements
Students must have a record of high academic achievement and should have a GPA of at least 3.20 on a 4.00 scale. Students must be within 30 credits of completing the requirements for the B.S. degree before applying to the concurrent program. Prospective students must speak with their undergraduate advisor prior to applying.
Deadlines
Completed applications are due January 15 for Fall consideration and September 1 for Spring consideration.
Applications received prior to the applicable deadline will receive full consideration.
Application Documents
The following items must be uploaded to your online application (excluding item #3):
- Statement of Purpose
- One Letter of Recommendation**
- Résumé
- Unofficial Transcript (official transcript will be provided by ISU Admissions)
Explanation of Documents
Statement of Purpose
The statement of purpose (SOP) should be structured as follows:
Answer the following four questions (maximum of 125 words on each question with a maximum of 500 word limit for the entire document. It is strongly recommended that you adhere to the 500-word maximum.):
- Why do you wish to pursue graduate studies in industrial engineering at ISU?
- What are your career goals after completing your degree?
- How have your background, education, and/or experiences prepared you for graduate study?
- What are your research interests for a thesis or dissertation? (for M.S. applicants only)
Letter of Recommendation
The letter of recommendation (LOR) should be obtained from an IMSE faculty member. The LOR must be sent using the Admissions system by entering your recommender’s name and ISU e-mail address into the application form. They will receive an e-mail directly from Admissions requesting them to submit their recommendation electronically. Please do not ask your recommender to e-mail or deliver a paper letter to the Graduate Program Coordinator, as this process is now automated through the Admissions system.
Transcript and Undergraduate Graduation Plan
Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcript to your application. Admissions will pull your official ISU transcript automatically after you submit the application. Applying to the concurrent program is not permitted until you have spoken with your advisor and created a graduation plan. You must complete the grad plan with your academic advisor before you can apply.
Helpful Documents
Program Policies
- Up to two semesters of concurrent enrollment are allowed.
- Up to 12 credits of graduate-level course work (6 credits taken as an undergraduate and 6 credits while in concurrent status) can be used to satisfy your program requirements for both degrees.
- Students must take at least three credits of 5000-level courses each semester during concurrent enrollment and will be paying graduate tuition and fees.
- Students participating in the concurrent program must adhere to the requirements for the graduate degree program in which they are enrolled.
Admission Requirements
Students must have a record of high academic achievement and should have a GPA of at least 3.20 on a 4.00 scale. Students must be within 30 credits of completing the requirements for the B.S. degree before applying to the concurrent program. Prospective students must speak with their undergraduate advisor prior to applying.
Deadlines
Completed applications are due January 15 for Fall consideration and September 1 for Spring consideration.
Applications received prior to the applicable deadline will receive full consideration.
Application Documents
The following items must be uploaded to your online application (excluding item #3):
- Statement of Purpose
- One Letter of Recommendation**
- Résumé
- Unofficial Transcript (official transcript will be provided by ISU Admissions)
Explanation of Documents
Statement of Purpose
The statement of purpose (SOP) should be structured as follows:
Answer the following four questions (maximum of 125 words on each question with a maximum of 500 word limit for the entire document. It is strongly recommended that you adhere to the 500-word maximum.):
- Why do you wish to pursue graduate studies in industrial engineering at ISU?
- What are your career goals after completing your degree?
- How have your background, education, and/or experiences prepared you for graduate study?
Letter of Recommendation
The letter of recommendation (LOR) should be obtained from an IMSE faculty member. The LOR must be sent using the Admissions system by entering your recommender’s name and ISU e-mail address into the application form. They will receive an e-mail directly from Admissions requesting them to submit their recommendation electronically. Please do not ask your recommender to e-mail or deliver a paper letter to the Graduate Program Coordinator, as this process is now automated through the Admissions system.
Transcript and Undergraduate Graduation Plan
Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcript to your application. Admissions will pull your official ISU transcript automatically after you submit the application. Applying to the concurrent program is not permitted until you have spoken with your advisor and created a graduation plan. You must complete the grad plan with your academic advisor before you can apply.
Helpful Documents
Program Policies
- Up to two semesters of concurrent enrollment are allowed.
- Up to 12 credits of graduate-level course work (6 credits taken as an undergraduate and 6 credits while in concurrent status) can be used to satisfy your program requirements for both degrees.
- Students must take at least three credits of 5000-level courses each semester during concurrent enrollment and will be paying graduate tuition and fees.
- Students participating in the concurrent program must adhere to the requirements for the graduate degree program in which they are enrolled.
Admission Requirements
Students must have a record of high academic achievement and should have a GPA of at least 3.20 on a 4.00 scale. Students must be within 30 credits of completing the requirements for the B.S. degree before applying to the concurrent program. Prospective students must speak with their undergraduate advisor prior to applying.
Deadlines
Completed applications are due January 15 for Fall consideration and September 1 for Spring consideration.
Applications received prior to the applicable deadline will receive full consideration.
Application Documents
The following items must be uploaded to your online application (excluding item #3):
- Statement of Purpose
- One Letter of Recommendation**
- Résumé
- Unofficial Transcript (official transcript will be provided by ISU Admissions)
Explanation of Documents
Statement of Purpose
The statement of purpose (SOP) should be structured as follows:
Answer the following four questions (maximum of 125 words on each question with a maximum of 500 word limit for the entire document. It is strongly recommended that you adhere to the 500-word maximum.):
- Why do you wish to pursue graduate studies in industrial engineering at ISU?
- What are your career goals after completing your degree?
- How have your background, education, and/or experiences prepared you for graduate study?
Letter of Recommendation
The letter of recommendation (LOR) should be obtained from an IMSE faculty member. The LOR must be sent using the Admissions system by entering your recommender’s name and ISU e-mail address into the application form. They will receive an e-mail directly from Admissions requesting them to submit their recommendation electronically. Please do not ask your recommender to e-mail or deliver a paper letter to the Graduate Program Coordinator, as this process is now automated through the Admissions system.
Transcript and Undergraduate Graduation Plan
Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcript to your application. Admissions will pull your official ISU transcript automatically after you submit the application. Applying to the concurrent program is not permitted until you have spoken with your advisor and created a graduation plan. You must complete the grad plan with your academic advisor before you can apply.
Helpful Documents
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