Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
May I Apply to the MSAM program if my undergraduate degree is not in an engineering discipline?
Yes, we accept students from other science disciplines to our program.
When is the deadline to apply for fall admissions?
Applications must be submitted by January 15th.
Should I apply?
The Admission's Committee does not prescreen any application materials prior to the submission of your application. Also, the committee will not advise applicants as to whether or not they should submit an application.
Can the application fee be waived?
The nonrefundable application fee is required for us to process your application. We cannot waive or defer the fee.
What school/institution code should I use to report my GRE and/or TOEFL scores?
The school/institution code is 2074
The GRE department code is 1402
The TOEFL department code is 73
The GRE department code is 1402
The TOEFL department code is 73
Do I have to take the TOEFL exam? Can TOEFL be waived?
As an applicant, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required if English is not your native language / mother language.
Applicants who are non-native English speakers may only be considered for a TOEFL waiver if you have attended and completed a four-year undergraduate program at a university within the United States.
What are the minimum TOEFL scores required for admission?
The minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 90 (Reading = 22, Listening = 22, Speaking = 23, Writing = 23). However, the preferred score is at least 100 (Reading = 25, Listening = 25, Speaking = 25, Writing = 25). These minimum scores indicate that an applicant has the fundamental building blocks needed for academic tasks and for continued language development once in the program.
What is the status of my application?
Please sign into your graduate application to check the status. This site is updated when material is received and decisions are made, so please feel free to check your status frequently during peak admission season.