Masters in Software Engineering

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

26

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

International:

25%

California:

43%

Others:

32%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

62%

Top recruiters

Smithsonian Institution

Goldman Sachs

Aetna

Dell

Rolls-Royce

Whole Foods Market

AECOM

AEG

Aerotek

Dell Technologies

AEI

GKN Aerospace

NAEYC

Maersk

McMichael Canadian Art Collection

AEG Presents

Iredell-Statesville Schools

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$40,000 / year

Overall Cost

$56,000 / year

FAQs

• What GPA do you need for University of Illinois Chicago Masters?

  

  A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (A=4.0), or comparable GPA for an international applicant, for last two years of undergraduate study is a minimum requirement for admission. If your undergraduate study is longer than 4 years, additional semesters may be used to calculate the admission GPA.

• Does University of Illinois Chicago have a good engineering program?

  

  University of Illinois--Chicago 2024 Engineering & Specialties Rankings. University of Illinois--Chicago is ranked No. 65 (tie) out of 199 in Best Engineering Schools.

• What is the acceptance rate for University of Illinois at Chicago Masters?

  

  The University of Illinois at Chicago acceptance rate is 79%.

• Should I apply to the master’s program or the PhD program?

  

  The most important answer to this question lies in what you envision for your future. If you are seeking to pursue original research that will prepare you for academia or high-level research positions in industry, a PhD will lay the groundwork that you need. If you do not envision yourself doing research or want to move on to a position in industry more quickly, a master’s degree may be the right choice for you. Another consideration is your GPA. Applicants to the PhD program should have a GPA of at least 3.5 on a scale of 4.0, whereas MS applicants may be considered with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. In evaluating your GPA, remember that UIC will only consider the GPA you earned based on your last 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework. A higher GPA will give you stronger consideration for financial aid.

• When I apply, do I choose computer engineering or electrical engineering?

  

  We offer an MS and PhD in electrical and computer engineering, but applicants do need to choose between electrical engineering and computer engineering when they apply. You may want to select the discipline that matches your previous educational background, but it is possible to switch your focus for your graduate work. In either case, please be sure that you have the adequate preparation—especially in terms of required coursework—to pursue graduate-level work in the field you choose. Your chances of being admitted will be reduced if you do not have the appropriate preparation.