Shape the future of efficiency and optimization in industries with Iowa State University's Industrial Engineering graduate program. Our program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in operations management, supply chain optimization, manufacturing systems, and healthcare systems engineering.
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Industrial Engineering
Degrees Offered:
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
- Master of Engineering (M.Engr.)
- Master of Science (M.S.)
- Online Master of Engineering (M.Engr.)
Area(s) of Specialization:
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Human Factors/Ergonomics
- Operations Research/Analytics
How long does it take to earn a degree?
Admission Requirements
Graduate College Requirements:
- 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
- Proof of English Proficiency.
Program Specific Requirements:
- In order to complete your application, please submit the following documents via the Office of Admissions online application portal. Please do not email OR mail ANY of these documents.
- 1. Statement of Purpose uploaded as a PDF document to the application portal. Please visit our FAQ to find the 4 questions you are required to answer.
- 2. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (LOR) MUST be submitted using the online process via your online application. LORs submitted without using the online eform will not be accepted.
- 3. Unofficial transcripts and degree statements (if applicable) from every postsecondary academic institution you have attended. (If you are admitted, the Office of Admissions will require all OFFICIAL copies delivered to them.)
- 4. A short résumé or Curriculum vitae (in PDF format), submitted with your online application.
- 5. Please visit our FAQ page for additional information.
- The International Collaborative Education Program (ICEP) is intended for participating institutions that have an agreement with the College of Engineering. For additional information, please click here.
- Program Requires GRE: No
- Program Requires GMAT: No
- Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
International Requirements:
- Financial Statement: Application
- English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) 550 TOEFL Internet (iBT) 79 (for exams taken before January 21, 2026; 4.5 (for exams taken on or after January 21, 2026) IELTS 6.5 PTE 53 Duolingo 115
Application Requirements
Application Deadlines:
Completed applications are due January 15 for Fall admission and September 1 for Spring admission.
Application Details:
This program is open to domestic and international students.
