Master of Science in Engineering Degrees
Overview
Elevate Your Engineering Expertise with Our Master’s Degree in Engineering
Do you want to take your engineering knowledge to the next level? At Liberty, we want to help equip you for the next step in your education and career. By investing in your people skills, values, and communication abilities, you can take your current engineering expertise even further.
Our Master of Science (MS) in Engineering is designed to help deepen your understanding of engineering principles and to help equip you with advanced skills that can be applied in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world.
Liberty University’s MS in Engineering is built around the “Creationeering” philosophy, which integrates engineering processes with core business principles. This approach emphasizes both the technical and managerial aspects of engineering – such as design, logistics, performance, and sustainability – alongside key business elements like leadership, finance, communication, and ethical decision-making. Rooted in Liberty’s mission to Train Champions for Christ, this program also encourages the development of integrity and purpose in leadership, qualities that many employers value in engineering professionals.
Our collaborative environment can foster networking, mentorship, and lifelong friendships. You have opportunities to work on group projects, share ideas, and study with peers’ diverse experiences and perspectives. This community is not just about academic collaboration; it’s a support system that can enrich your educational journey and beyond.
Are you ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply now to our master’s degree in engineering program and start your journey toward becoming a skilled, ethical, and compassionate engineering professional.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights of Our Engineering Master’s Degree
Access to State-of-the-Art Research Facilities
At Liberty, you have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research in advanced laboratories. The Center for Engineering Research & Education (CERE) focuses on a wide range of engineering disciplines, offering a platform for hands-on learning and innovation.
Mentorship from Experienced Faculty
Benefit from close collaboration with faculty members who bring real-world engineering experience into the classroom. Their guidance can be instrumental as you navigate complex projects and develop your thesis. Through our faculty, you can receive support tailored to your academic and professional goals.
Flexible Curriculum with Thesis and Non-Thesis Options
Tailor your educational journey by choosing between thesis and non-thesis tracks, depending on your educational goals, career aspirations, and interests. This flexibility ensures that your coursework aligns with your individual plans, whether they are research-focused or practice-oriented.
Integration of Ethical Perspectives in Engineering
Liberty’s program emphasizes the incorporation of a Christian worldview, promoting ethical decision-making and leadership in engineering practices. This approach encourages you to consider the broader impact of engineering solutions on society and the environment.
Career Potential
Potential Career Opportunities for MS in Engineering Graduates
Liberty University’s Master of Science in Engineering can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Architectural project manager
- Chief engineer
- Director of engineering
- Engagement director
- Engineering manager
- Head of technology and development
- Project engineer
- Senior project engineer
- Technology development owner
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Master’s Degree in Engineering?
Companies often seek engineers with a specialized set of skills, particularly in areas like project management, product development, strategic planning, and quality management. Building expertise in these areas can be important for professionals who want to expand their capabilities and potentially move into leadership roles. At Liberty, the Master of Science in Engineering program is designed to support the development of these core competencies while helping you cultivate your individual management approach.
Employers frequently value engineers who can think creatively, address complex systems issues, and operate with a strong ethical foundation in addition to technical proficiency. Through Liberty’s MS in Engineering program, you can explore how to integrate both qualitative and quantitative tools to conduct engineering analysis and research, as well as how to critically evaluate and present scholarship within engineering contexts, with attention to the discipline and its relevant literature. The curriculum also encourages you to consider how Christian worldview perspectives may influence the way you approach engineering challenges.
This graduate program offers the flexibility to align academic work with your interests and professional objectives. Whether focusing on sustainable design, advanced materials engineering, or another specialized area, you have the opportunity to shape your coursework in ways that reflect your goals. By engaging deeply with topics that matter to you, you can develop focused knowledge and practical insights that may be valuable in a variety of engineering roles.
Featured Graduate Engineering Courses
ENGR 637 – Materials Characterization Methods
ENGR 505 – Finite Element Analysis
ENGR 525 – Continuum Mechanics
ENGR 545 – Fatigue
Degree Information
- Explore further with the Course Catalog.
- This program falls under our School of Engineering.
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s MS in Engineering?
Gain Engineering Knowledge Through Research and Application
Liberty’s master’s in engineering program gives you the chance to strengthen your technical abilities while engaging in meaningful research. The thesis project component allows you to apply what you’re learning to real-world engineering problems, helping you deepen your understanding of the field. With faculty support throughout this process, you can receive valuable guidance as you refine your research skills and contribute to current conversations in engineering.
Learn in a Supportive, Collaborative Academic Environment
At Liberty, you’re joining a campus community that values innovation, teamwork, and academic exploration. The program encourages collaboration with peers and faculty who share your commitment to engineering excellence. Through classroom discussions, group projects, and campus activities, you can develop a network of support that enriches your educational journey and may continue to offer value as you pursue professional opportunities.
Customize Your Path to Match Your Interests and Goals
This program is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to tailor your coursework to areas that align with your personal and professional interests. Whether you’re drawn to sustainable design, advanced systems, or emerging technologies, you can shape your academic path to reflect your goals. This individualized approach means your education can be as focused or as broad as you need it to be, depending on your ambitions.
Integrate Ethical and Purpose-Driven Leadership Into Your Work
Engineering isn’t just about solving technical problems – it’s also about making decisions that affect communities and the environment. Liberty’s Christian worldview emphasis helps you explore ethical leadership in the context of engineering, encouraging you to approach your work with integrity and purpose. This perspective can enhance your ability to navigate complex professional challenges with compassion and responsibility.
Tuition & Aid
How Much Does it Cost to Attend Liberty On Campus?
Knowing up-front what you’re paying for and why can go a long way toward making you feel comfortable about your investment. This overview of major college costs can give you an idea of what’s coming so you can create an accurate budget from the start.
All Tuition & Aid
| Per Credit Hour | $560 |
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Specializations
Master’s in Engineering Specializations
Check out the thesis and non-thesis options that our Master of Science in Engineering has to offer.
Specializations
Non-Thesis
Thesis
Admissions
How Do You Become a Graduate Engineering Student?
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official transcripts showing a regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or physics with at least a 3.0 GPA for admission in good standing
- Self-certification form (for students who are in the final term of their bachelor’s degree)
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
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