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Master of Engineering in CPE

The Bradley Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering offers industry-oriented, project-based Master of Engineering (M.Eng) in Computer Engineering. Courses are available online and on-site at our greater Washington, D.C., metro area campus. Students can participate in the program on a part-time, full-time, or full-time accelerated basis. The full-time accelerated program will allow the student to complete the program in one year. Scholarships are available for Virginia residents.

Contacts

For questions about the program, eligibility, and available tracks, contact:

Program Tracks

The students in the MEng in CPE program have the option to choose one of the tracks below and complete the MEng degree based on the requirements and recommendations provided for each track. The total number of required credits to graduate with the MEng degree is 30 credits.

Project and Report Track:
  • 24 credit hours of senior and graduate-level coursework
  • 3 credit hours of Project and Report, ECE 5904
  • 3 credit hours of ECE 5044 Industry Topics and Professionalism
Project Intensive Track:
  • 15 credit hours of senior and graduate-level coursework
  • 12 credit hours of Integrated Project Design, ECE 5095 and 5096
  • 3 credit hours of ECE 5044 Industry Topics and Professionalism

Coursework Restrictions:

Two locations

Many Master of Engineering students attend classes in the Washington, D.C., metro area at Academic Building One in Alexandria.

Current or former Virginia Tech students and employees or students at partner institutions may complete an M.Eng. at our flagship Blacksburg campus.

Eligibility

  • 3.0 GPA
  • TOEFL IBT: 90
  • IELTS (TOEFL alternative): 6.5 
  • Two letters of recommendation (waived for VT undergrads)

Tuition and fees

The Office of the Bursar, located in the Student Services Building manages all billing, payments, refunds, and financial aid. Explore the cost of attendance.

Contact

techtalent@vt.edu or (571) 289-5987.