Master’s program · Rossin College of Engineering
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
Lehigh University’s MS in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research builds decision-making skills using advanced data analytics, machine learning, and computational approaches.
- Credits30
- Typical length2 years
- DeliveryOn campus or fully online
- Degree awardedMaster of Science
- GRENot required/considered
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Overview
What the Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research is
Lehigh University’s MS in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research builds decision-making skills using advanced data analytics, machine learning, and computational approaches. The program is available on-campus and online, with flexible pacing. Graduates go on to careers in finance, healthcare, and government services at companies including Accenture, Amazon, Boeing, Goldman Sachs, Geisinger Health System, IBM Research, and Merck.
A 30-credit degree, typically 2 years of full-time study, delivered on campus or fully online.
Research areas
Research areas in the Industrial and Systems Engineering department
The department’s named research areas, which shape the electives and thesis work available to master’s students.
- Mathematical Optimization
- Stochastic Models and Optimization
- Data Science and Machine Learning
- Applied Operations Research
- Quantum Computing Optimization
- Uncertainty Quantification and Complex Systems
Curriculum
What you study
The degree requires 30 graduate credits. Every master’s program in the Rossin College carries the same 30-credit requirement; what differs is the course mix, the balance of thesis, project and coursework-only routes, and the pace.
This program does not publish a single fixed course list; requirements are set with a faculty adviser. The catalog listing below carries the current course inventory.
Careers
Where graduates work
Occupations this degree maps to, in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics standard classification.
- 17-2112 Industrial Engineers
- 15-2031 Operations Research Analysts
Class of 2025 master’s graduates across the Rossin College averaged $100,000 in starting salary.
Tuition and funding
What it costs, and what help is available
Base tuition for this 30-credit degree is $52,050.
- Qualified applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships as high as 20% of tuition, with no separate application required.
- International students are considered on the same basis as domestic applicants.
- Qualified applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships as high as 20% of tuition, with no separate application required. International students are considered on the same basis as domestic applicants.
How to apply
What a complete application needs
- Academic record
Official transcripts, a personal statement, a resume, and letters of recommendation.
- English proficiency
International applicants submit TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or a Cambridge English Qualification score.
- Application fee
$50, non-refundable.
- Deadlines
Deadlines vary by program and entry term. Check Graduate Admissions for current dates before you start.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many credits is the Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research?
30 credits. Every master’s degree in the Rossin College is a 30-credit program.
How long does the Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research take to complete?
2 years of full-time study is typical.
How is the program delivered?
On campus or fully online. Consult the program contact for the current term-by-term format.
What does it cost, and is funding available?
Base tuition is $52,050 for the 30-credit degree. Qualified applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships as high as 20% of tuition, with no separate application required. International students are considered on the same basis as domestic applicants.
What scholarships apply to this program specifically?
Qualified applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships as high as 20% of tuition, with no separate application required. International students are considered on the same basis as domestic applicants.
Is the GRE required for the Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research?
The GRE is not required or considered for any Rossin College graduate program.
Which department offers this program?
The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering.
What do graduates earn?
Class of 2025 master’s graduates across the Rossin College averaged $100,000 in starting salary.
How do I apply?
Apply through Lehigh’s graduate application. A complete application includes transcripts, a personal statement, letters of recommendation, English-proficiency scores where applicable, and a $50 application fee. Deadlines vary by program and term; check Graduate Admissions for current dates.
Contact
Talk to the program
Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
Harold S. Mohler Laboratory, 200 West Packer Avenue, Bethlehem, PA 18015-1582
Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering »
General enquiries go to engineering@lehigh.edu.