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Online M.Eng. in Engineering Management
Online Master's of Engineering in Engineering Management

Frequently Asked Questions

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Vanderbilt University is here to support you throughout your educational journey. Here are some of the FAQs for Vanderbilt's Online Engineering programs, covering common questions about admissions, curriculum and student support. If you have any further questions, please reach out to onlineengm@vanderbilt.edu for more information.

FAQs

  • Admission Qualifications

    What are the admission requirements?

    This program welcomes students who have a wide variety of professional and educational experience. For a full list of up-to-date admission requirements, please visit our admissions page for our online M.Eng. in engineering management program.

    What are the upcoming start dates?

    There are three opportunities to begin the program each year: fall, spring and summer. Visit our admissions page for the M.Eng. in engineering management program for details on the upcoming start date and application deadline.

    Is there an application fee?

    No. It is free to apply to the online School of Engineering programs.

    How long is each course in the program?

    Each 3-credit course meets for 7 weeks or the full term, depending on the course. Please refer to the Sample Course Sequences on the M.Eng. in engineering management program page to learn more. 

  • Tuition & Financial Aid

    When is the FAFSA due?

    The FAFSA is due one month prior to your term’s program start date for the online School of Engineering program. For more details, visit our tuition & financial aid page for the M.Eng. in engineering management program.

    How is tuition payment structured?

    The Vanderbilt Office of Student Accounts will send an e-bill to students the first of each month. Tuition is due at the end of that month. Once enrolled in courses, students can access all e-bills via the YES (Your Enrollment Services) billing portal. For more details, visit our tuition & financial aid page for computer science and engineering management.

  • Student Services

    What online platforms will students use?

    Students will use Brightspace and Microsoft Teams.

    Is there a required orientation?

    There is a required orientation that will include an online, asynchronous component that familiarizes students with the Brightspace platform and tools they will use throughout courses. Students will become acquainted with faculty, their classmates, program objectives, policies and student support resources. Orientation will include a live virtual component for students to meet their cohort.

    What student services are available in the online learning environment?

    Online students at Vanderbilt have access to several curated student services, including career services, library services, access to the Writing Studio, student access and accommodations, the Student Care Network, Project Safe and financial aid.

    To learn more about student services, visit the Student Services page.

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