The Grainger College of Engineering

Graduate Admissions

18
top 10 ranked graduate degrees and specialties

#2
online engineering master's program

#7
engineering graduate program

5
year Ph.D. funding guarantee

$300M+
in total research expenditures

600+
expert faculty

12
departments and schools

40+
research institutes and centers

Our graduate degree programs hold a longstanding reputation for excellence and expertise in engineering and computing. Continue your academic journey with world-class experts and researchers, join the ranks of our notable alumni, explore our dynamic range of in-person and online graduate certificates, master's and doctoral degree programs, and find out how our state-of-the-art research facilities and funding, including a five-year Ph.D. funding guarantee, can support you in achieving the impossible. 

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Thesis Degrees

Our research-oriented master's and doctoral degree programs are offered across all 12 departments and schools. 

Non-Thesis Degrees

These master's degrees prepare students and professionals for careers and advancement in industry through coursework that encourages technical depth and professional development.

Certificates

Our flexible, online certificate programs are designed for off-campus professionals and students seeking to progress their skills in a specialized area of engineering or computing. 

Research Areas

Grainger engineering faculty are making an impact in the fields of semiconductors, sustainability, robotics, healthcare and more. Apply to graduate studies and join their labs today.

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GEM 2026 Annual Conference

September 3-5, 2026 
Gaylord Resort
Dallas, TX


The GEM Annual Conference provides a wealth of resources for everyone – networking opportunities, career options and coaching, information on innovations and advancements in STEM, and the many benefits of being a part of the GEM Family. Why attend?

  • Current undergraduate students: potential GEM Fellows will learn about the benefits of graduate school in the STEM fields and the many career options.
  • Current graduate students and GEM Fellows: current GEM Fellows will explore their futures in STEM and meet leading academia, entrepreneurs, and employers in the STEM
    fields.

We hope to see you there!

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Upcoming Recruiting Events

Sep
3

National GEM Consortium Annual Conference 2026

  • September 3, 2026
  • Thursday, All Day
  • Dallas, TX
Sep
18

Merge Campus Visit Program Virtual Event

  • September 18, 2026
  • Friday, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Oct
28

SHPE 2026 Annual Convention

  • October 28, 2026
  • Wednesday, All Day
  • Indianapolis, IN

All Recruiting Events

Funding for Graduate Students

A graduate degree is an important, transformative investment toward your future in engineering. That's why our costs are clear and we offer a variety of funding opportunities to support your success, including scholarships, competitive assistantships and fellowships, and our Five-Year Ph.D. Funding Guarantee. 

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Living in Champaign-Urbana

Graduate students at Grainger Engineering thrive with access to many funding and entrepreneurship opportunities, community support for them and their families, and the benefits of a low cost of living in Champaign-Urbana. 

Your Path to Grainger Engineering Begins Here

Submit your Grainger Engineering graduate application and take the first step toward an academic experience that will bring a lifetime of professional and personal growth.

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