Why ODU for Systems Engineering?

Systems engineering teaches the realization, deployment, and maintenance of successful system solutions to complex problems.

Old Dominion University's online systems engineering master's program builds upon your professional technical background as an engineer. It will provide in-depth, real-world practitioner expertise in engineering complex system solutions management. Our program takes an interdisciplinary approach to developing, deploying, and maintaining successful system solutions.

This rigorous educational experience will also help develop your skills in addressing complex problems for both government and commercial systems.

When you graduate, you will earn a Master of Engineering, Engineering - Systems Engineering.

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#6

Most Affordable Online Master's in Systems Engineering, 2023
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#8

Best Online Engineering Degree Programs, 2025 - Intelligent.com

Program Information

Minimum
31 Credit Hours

This online master's program requires six core courses in systems engineering, four elective engineering courses, and one capstone course.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

This program is not intended to lead to a specific state-level license.

If you plan to pursue a professional license or credential, we encourage you to explore requirements through the appropriate credentialing agency or professional organization in your state. 

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Minimum
31 Credit Hours

This online master's program requires six core courses in systems engineering, four elective engineering courses, and one capstone course.

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

This program is not intended to lead to a specific state-level license.

If you plan to pursue a professional license or credential, we encourage you to explore requirements through the appropriate credentialing agency or professional organization in your state. 

Learn More About State Licensure Disclosures

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$620 per credit hour*
Out-of-state Students
$642 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
 

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Careers in System Engineering

When you complete this master's program, you will gain skills to assume a leadership role in areas such as:

  • Systems engineering fundamentals
  • Complex systems analysis
  • Systems architecture and modeling
  • Systems engineering management
  • Decision making and risk analysis
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Growth
10.8%
Median Salary
$104,920
Microsystems Engineers
Growth
5.0%
Median Salary
$111,970
Quality Control Systems Managers
Growth
2.8%
Median Salary
$116,970
Project Management Specialists
Growth
7.2%
Median Salary
$98,580
Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists
Growth
12.2%
Median Salary
$99,380

ODUGlobal Graduate Admissions Team

Elaine Ross, Assistant Director of Graduate and International Admissions

Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

Angel Baker
Applications Coordinator
globalgradadmit@odu.edu
Angela Schlender
Applications Coordinator
globalgradadmit@odu.edu

Ready to Apply?

To apply, you must have an undergraduate degree from an ABET-accredited program in engineering or engineering technology with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. In addition, you should have mathematics coursework through the level of integral calculus, matrix algebra, differential equations, and calculus-based probability and statistics. See application details from the department.

If you are an international student interested in taking this program online from your home country, please contact the ODU International Admission Office for assistance.

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You may be able to take up to four courses (12 credit hours) as a non-degree graduate student, before you are accepted into a specific degree program. 

Please contact us to discuss this option with an expert advisor.

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