Where Your Future Meets Opportunity

At Vanderbilt University School of Engineering, you’ll gain the advanced knowledge, hands-on experience and mentorship to turn ambition into impact. World-class research, nationally recognized faculty and a collaborative community in the heart of Nashville create an environment where innovation thrives. Whether you’re advancing your career or preparing for doctoral study, a Vanderbilt Engineering graduate education is an investment in lasting professional growth and opportunity.

Vanderbilt by the Numbers

  • 6:1 Graduate Student-to-Faculty Ratio
  • #24 In Annual National Science Foundation’s Higher Education Research and Development Survey
  • 15+ Programs Available

Your Future Starts with Vanderbilt University

At Vanderbilt Engineering, you’ll engage in rigorous, multidisciplinary graduate programs grounded in world-class research and close faculty mentorship. Flexible master’s and doctoral pathways prepare you to lead and innovate across industries. With hands-on research and competitive funding opportunities, you’ll strengthen your expertise and your return on investment.

Graduate Programs
  • Biomedical EngineeringVUSE offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Biomedical Engineering through a close collaboration between the Schools of Engineering and Medicine. Students train at the intersection of engineering and the life sciences, developing innovative devices, systems and therapies. The department also offers a practice-focused Master of Engineering in Surgery and Intervention, providing hands-on, clinically grounded training. With Vanderbilt University Medical Center just steps away, students gain unmatched research and clinical collaboration experience.
  • Chemical and Biomolecular EngineeringOur Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering graduate programs prepare students to shape the future of the field through cutting-edge research and innovation. Students can pursue a thesis or non-thesis M.S., a practice-focused Master of Engineering or a research-intensive Ph.D. centered on advanced study, faculty collaboration and original discovery. With active mentorship, interdisciplinary research opportunities and strong professional development, graduates are equipped for leadership roles in industry, academia and research.
  • Civil EngineeringOur Civil Engineering graduate programs prepare leaders in infrastructure design, risk and resilience. Offered at the M.S., M.Eng. and Ph.D. levels, students engage in rigorous coursework and thesis or project work alongside world-renowned faculty. With strengths in reliability and risk management, graduates gain the expertise to design, analyze and advance the complex systems that shape our built environment.
  • Environmental EngineeringOur Environmental Engineering graduate programs prepare students to address complex environmental challenges through advanced research and practice. Offered at the M.S., M.Eng. and Ph.D. levels, students work closely with expert faculty on innovative solutions in environmental systems, sustainability and infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on risk and reliability, graduates are equipped to protect public health and strengthen communities.
  • Electrical and Computer EngineeringOur Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate programs prepare students to advance technologies that impact health care, defense, transportation and beyond. Offered at the M.S. and Ph.D. levels, students pair rigorous coursework with thesis research in areas such as nanotechnology, robotics, medical imaging and embedded systems. Collaboration with leading research institutes ensures hands-on experience at the forefront of innovation.
  • Interdisciplinary and Materials ScienceOur Interdisciplinary and Materials Science graduate programs offer flexible M.S. and Ph.D. pathways designed for students seeking breadth and collaboration across disciplines. Drawing from engineering, chemistry, physics and medicine, students build individualized programs that support research in advanced materials, energy and computational modeling. With a strong core foundation and faculty-guided research, graduates are prepared to lead in emerging, high-impact fields.
  • Mechanical EngineeringOur Mechanical Engineering graduate programs offer flexible M.S., M.Eng. and Ph.D. pathways tailored to your professional goals. Students work closely with faculty to design individualized plans of study that combine advanced coursework with hands-on research or applied project experience. Whether pursuing doctoral research or advancing as a practicing engineer, graduates gain the technical depth and mentorship to lead in a rapidly evolving field.

One of the core values of Vanderbilt is providing cross disciplinary training, opportunities and education so our students can solve the biggest challenges of society.

Dean Krish Roy
Vanderbilt School of Engineering

Your Future Is a Smart Investment

Our Graduate School provides transparent cost and funding information so you can plan with confidence, including details on tuition, fees, assistantships, fellowships and departmental aid opportunities that help reduce out-of-pocket expenses. Prospective students can use Vanderbilt’s net price calculator to estimate their individual financial picture and better understand potential aid before applying. Robust financial resources and support services are available to help you make graduate study a sustainable investment in your future.

Financial Aid

Graduate Admissions Process

Getting started is simple and seamless. Submit your online application through Vanderbilt Engineering’s Graduate School beginning August 1, with clear deadlines and step-by-step guidance for each program. Many applicants may qualify for application fee waivers, and dedicated admissions staff are available to support you throughout the process, making it easy to take the next step toward Vanderbilt Engineering.

Application Requirements

Where Your Future Meets Opportunity

At Vanderbilt University School of Engineering, you’ll gain the advanced knowledge, hands-on experience and mentorship to turn ambition into impact. World-class research, nationally recognized faculty and a collaborative community in the heart of Nashville create an environment where innovation thrives. Whether you’re advancing your career or preparing for doctoral study, a Vanderbilt Engineering graduate education is an investment in lasting professional growth and opportunity.

Vanderbilt by the Numbers

  • 6:1 Graduate Student-to-Faculty Ratio
  • #24 In Annual National Science Foundation’s Higher Education Research and Development Survey
  • 15+ Programs Available

Your future starts with Vanderbilt University

Our Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) is a professionally focused degree designed to prepare you for advanced practice and leadership in today’s engineering landscape. Offered across multiple disciplines and customizable to your career goals, the 30-credit program combines rigorous graduate-level coursework with practical, real-world application. Completing an M.Eng. at Vanderbilt Engineering positions you for accelerated professional success and a strong return on your educational investment.

Get your M.Eng.
  • Chemical EngineeringOur Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering is a 30-credit, non-thesis program designed for students seeking advanced technical expertise and accelerated career growth. Combining core coursework, electives and a hands-on project experience, the program can typically be completed in two semesters and one summer for those with a chemical engineering background. Graduates gain practical, industry-ready skills that position them for immediate impact in professional engineering roles.
  • Civil EngineeringOur Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering is designed for practicing engineers seeking leadership roles, with a specialization in Construction Management. This non-thesis program emphasizes advanced coursework in infrastructure systems, reliability and risk-informed decision-making. Graduates strengthen their technical and managerial expertise, preparing to lead complex projects and advance in today’s evolving built environment.
  • Construction Management Our M.Eng. concentration in Construction Management prepares engineers to lead complex projects across the built environment. Grounded in civil engineering fundamentals, the program integrates advanced construction technologies, project delivery systems and life-cycle analysis with industry best practices. Recognized by the Construction Industry Institute and boasting 100% internship and professional placement rates, graduates are highly sought after in both the public and private sectors.
  • Cyber-Physical Systems Our Master of Engineering in Cyber-Physical Systems draws on the university’s global leadership in CPS research and interdisciplinary collaboration. Students engage with faculty shaping the future of resilient, secure systems across defense, transportation, energy and health care. With access to nationally recognized research initiatives and cross-department expertise, graduates gain the advanced, applied knowledge needed to lead in this rapidly evolving field.
  • Engineering in Surgery and InterventionOur M.Eng. in Engineering in Surgery and Intervention prepares engineers to accelerate clinical innovation at the intersection of health care and technology. Offered in partnership with the Vanderbilt Institute for Surgery and Engineering, this 30-credit program combines rigorous technical training with direct clinical exposure. Students develop expertise in areas such as interventional imaging, robotics and medical devices, and data-driven modeling, positioning them to lead the next generation of medical innovation.
  • Environmental EngineeringOur Master of Engineering in Environmental Engineering equips professionals with advanced expertise in infrastructure systems, sustainability and risk-informed decision-making. This non-thesis program emphasizes practical, coursework-driven learning focused on resilience, life-cycle analysis and the long-term performance of environmental systems. Graduates are prepared to address complex environmental challenges with technical depth and real-world perspective.
  • Mechanical EngineeringOur Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering is an advanced professional degree designed for practicing engineers seeking to expand their technical expertise and career mobility. Offered through the School of Engineering, the program provides flexible enrollment options, allowing students to progress full time or one course at a time. Graduates strengthen their applied engineering knowledge while balancing professional goals and advancement.
  • Risk, Reliability and Resilience Engineering Our 12-month, 30-credit M.Eng. in Risk, Reliability and Resilience Engineering prepares professionals to lead in an increasingly uncertain world. This interdisciplinary program equips students to make data-driven decisions that account for risk and uncertainty across critical systems and infrastructure. Graduates gain the expertise to enhance safety, security, efficiency and environmental protection in organizations of every size.

One of the core values of Vanderbilt is providing cross disciplinary training, opportunities and education so our students can solve the biggest challenges of society.

Dean Krish Roy
Vanderbilt School of Engineering

Your Future Is a Smart Investment

Our Graduate School provides transparent cost and funding information so you can plan with confidence, including details on tuition, fees, assistantships, fellowships and departmental aid opportunities that help reduce out-of-pocket expenses. Prospective students can use Vanderbilt’s net price calculator to estimate their individual financial picture and better understand potential aid before applying. Robust financial resources and support services are available to help you make graduate study a sustainable investment in your future.

Financial Aid

Graduate Admissions Process

Getting started is simple and seamless. Submit your online application through Vanderbilt Engineering’s Graduate School beginning August 1, with clear deadlines and step-by-step guidance for each program. Many applicants may qualify for application fee waivers, and dedicated admissions staff are available to support you throughout the process, making it easy to take the next step toward Vanderbilt Engineering.

Application Requirements

Where Your Future Meets Opportunity

At Vanderbilt University School of Engineering, you’ll engage deeply in research that pushes the boundaries of your field. Working alongside nationally recognized faculty, you’ll develop advanced technical expertise while contributing to meaningful, real-world discoveries. With access to world-class labs and a collaborative academic community in the heart of Nashville, the MS experience prepares you for doctoral study or research-driven careers.

Vanderbilt by the Numbers

  • 6:1 Graduate Student-to-Faculty Ratio
  • #24 In Annual National Science Foundation’s Higher Education Research and Development Survey
  • 15+ Programs Available

Your Future Starts with Vanderbilt University

At Vanderbilt Engineering, you’ll engage in rigorous, multidisciplinary graduate programs grounded in world-class research and close faculty mentorship. Flexible master’s and doctoral pathways prepare you to lead and innovate across industries. With hands-on research and competitive funding opportunities, you’ll strengthen your expertise and your return on investment.

Graduate Programs
  • Biomedical EngineeringOur M.S. in Biomedical Engineering offers rigorous graduate training at the intersection of engineering and the biomedical sciences. Students complete 30 credit hours of faculty-approved coursework, including a strong foundation in core biomedical engineering principles. With close collaboration between the Schools of Engineering and Medicine and proximity to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, graduates gain the technical depth and interdisciplinary perspective to advance innovation in healthcare and biotechnology.
  • Chemical and Biomolecular EngineeringOur M.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering offers both thesis and non-thesis pathways to help students tailor their graduate experience. The program includes advanced core coursework and electives, with the thesis option providing hands-on research under faculty supervision and a formal defense. Designed to deepen technical expertise and problem-solving skills, the M.S. prepares graduates for advanced roles in industry or continued doctoral study.
  • Civil EngineeringOur M.S. in Civil Engineering combines advanced coursework with faculty-guided thesis research in leading areas such as risk and reliability engineering. Offered through the Graduate School, the program provides students the opportunity to work closely with world-renowned faculty on impactful infrastructure and systems challenges. Graduates develop the analytical and research expertise needed for advanced professional practice or doctoral study.
  • Environmental EngineeringOur M.S. in Environmental Engineering blends advanced coursework with thesis-driven research in areas such as risk and reliability engineering and environmental systems. Offered through the Graduate School, students work closely with world-renowned faculty on pressing environmental and infrastructure challenges. The program builds strong analytical and research skills to support advanced practice or continued doctoral study.
  • Electrical and Computer EngineeringOur M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering combines rigorous coursework with thesis-based research in high-impact areas such as nanotechnology, embedded systems, medical imaging, photonics and robotics. Offered through the Graduate School, the program provides opportunities to collaborate with leading research institutes across campus. Graduates develop advanced technical and research expertise to drive innovation across critical industries.
  • Interdisciplinary and Materials ScienceOur M.S. in Interdisciplinary Materials Science offers a flexible, customizable pathway for students seeking breadth across engineering, chemistry, physics and medicine. The program requires at least 24 hours of formal coursework plus supervised research and a publicly defended thesis. With a strong core foundation and interdisciplinary collaboration, graduates are prepared to advance innovation in areas such as advanced materials, energy and computational modeling.
  • Mechanical EngineeringOur M.S. in Mechanical Engineering offers a flexible pathway that combines advanced coursework with optional research experience. Students complete 30 didactic credit hours or 24 credit hours plus 6 hours of research, designing a plan of study in collaboration with a major professor. The program provides the technical depth and individualized mentorship needed to advance in industry or pursue further doctoral study.

One of the core values of Vanderbilt is providing cross disciplinary training, opportunities and education so our students can solve the biggest challenges of society.

Dean Krish Roy
Vanderbilt School of Engineering

Your Future Is a Smart Investment

Our Graduate School provides transparent cost and funding information so you can plan with confidence, including details on tuition, fees, assistantships, fellowships and departmental aid opportunities that help reduce out-of-pocket expenses. Prospective students can use Vanderbilt’s net price calculator to estimate their individual financial picture and better understand potential aid before applying. Robust financial resources and support services are available to help you make graduate study a sustainable investment in your future.

Financial Aid

Graduate Admissions Process

Getting started is simple and seamless. Submit your online application through Vanderbilt Engineering’s Graduate School beginning August 1, with clear deadlines and step-by-step guidance for each program. Many applicants may qualify for application fee waivers, and dedicated admissions staff are available to support you throughout the process, making it easy to take the next step toward Vanderbilt Engineering.

Application Requirements

Apply to the School of Engineering Today!

Vanderbilt Engineering offers graduate programs that translate advanced knowledge into real-world impact, positioning graduates for leadership, innovation and long-term growth. By submitting your application, you’ll benefit from:

  • No GRE score requirement
  • An expedited admissions decision
  • Tuition scholarships are available for M.S. and M.Eng. students, with full funding provided for Ph.D. candidates

Have Questions?

If you have questions about our programs, need help with the admissions process or want to know more about the School of Engineering, we would love to hear from you. Call or email anytime.