- About the Program
- Curriculum – including courses
- Admission Requirements
- Start Dates & Application Deadlines
- Tuition
About the Program
The Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.) program at Rowan University effectively prepares individuals to respond to the changing needs of engineers today. This program provides students with the necessary knowledge, skill set, and training to effectively contribute to the engineering workforce. Students have access to higher level courses leading to a graduate degree, and are involved in professional development opportunities which increase the breadth of understanding and application of engineering principles.
Students can choose between a thesis track, and a coursework track. Students may also work on a project, which may be counted toward a coursework track degree. Most full time students work on funded research projects, leading to a thesis. Most part time students select the coursework track. In order to be eligible for a Research Assistantship, students must select the thesis track.
The Chemical Engineering specialization emphasizes project management skills and industrially relevant research that prepares students and working engineers for successful careers in high-tech fields. This specialization also includes the following focus areas: Bioengineering; Signals, Systems and Computational Intelligence; and Sustainability.
Program Curriculum
The Rowan University Master of Science in Engineering program requires the completion of 30 semester hours and thesis research/engineering project. 6–9 of the required semester hours can be Thesis Research/Engineering Project.
The courses listed here are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the CGCE section tally. Click on the courses below to view available course descriptions.
Required Courses: 9 Semester Hours (s.h.)
| Course Number | Course Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 01515 | Engineering Applications of Analysis | 3 |
| ------------------ | Engineering Application of Computers (or equivalent) | 3 |
| ------------------ | Approved Business course | 3 |
Specialization Courses: 12–15 Semester Hours (s.h.)
Choose 4–5 courses from the following options. Not all electives will be offered every year. There may be options not included in the list below.
| Course Number | Course Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CHE 06506 | Process Heat Transfer | 3 |
| CHE 06508 | Membrane Process Technology | 3 |
| CHE 06510 | Biochemical Engineering | 3 |
| CHE 06512 | Safety in the Process Industries | 3 |
| CHE 06514 | Transport Phenomena for Engineers | 3 |
| CHE 06515 | Advanced Reactor Design | 3 |
| CHE 06516 | Advanced Separation Process Technology | 3 |
| CHE 06518 | Polymer Engineering | 3 |
| CHE 06520 | Green Engineering Design in the Chemical Industry | 3 |
| CHE 06528 | Fluid Flow Applications in Processing and Manufacturing | 3 |
| CHE 06568 | Electrochemical Engineering | 3 |
| CHE 06570 | Air Pollution Control | 3 |
| CHE 06572 | Biomedical Process Engineering | 3 |
| CHE 06574 | Advances in Particle Technology | 3 |
| CHE 06576 | Bioseparation Processes | 3 |
| CHE 06577 | Advanced Engineering Process Analysis & Experimental Design | 3 |
| CHE 06579 | Industrial Process Pathways | 3 |
| CHE 06580 | Optimization of Engineering Projects | 3 |
| CHE 06581 | Advanced Process Analysis | 3 |
| CHE 06582 | Food Engineering Systems | 3 |
Required Thesis/Project Courses: 6–9 Semester Hours (s.h.)
| Course Number | Course Title | Semester Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR 01599 | Masters Research | 6–9 |
Admissions Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the Master of Science in Engineering program. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below a representative from the CGCE Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or indicating any missing items.
- CGCE Graduate Application Form (pdf)
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Two letters of recommendation
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale)
- If an applicant is not approved for full admission, but the Faculty Admissions Committee believe he/she shows promise, an offer of Probationary Admission may be extended. Probationary Admission is granted on the condition that the student meets a set number of requirements, such as minimum successful grade in a fixed number of courses, additional essay work, or other requirements as outlined by the Committee. If Probationary Admission is offered, it will be noted in the applicant's official admission decision letter from Rowan University.
- CGCE Foundation Course Completion Form(pdf)
- Optional Interview (If an interview is required, applicants will be contacted directly by the Faculty Admissions Committee regarding the interview. The interview can be in person or via telephone.)
Start Dates & Application Deadlines
Below is a list of anticipated start dates. The start dates indicated are based on the university calendar or the CGCE schedule. Your actual first day of class will depend on the course sequence which will be provided by a CGCE Enrollment Advisor once you have matriculated in the program.
| Entry Term & Module | Start Date(s) | Application Deadline(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | TBD | 04/01/2013 |
| Fall 2013 | Late Aug./Early Sept. | 08/01/2013 |
| Spring 2014 | TBD | 11/01/2013 |
Tuition & Costs
$771.90 per semester hour
(this rate applies to academic year 2012/2013 and is subject to change)