Professional Education
Leading global engineering education and research
As one of the world's top-ranked engineering programs, our students, faculty, and alumni set the standard for excellence. We drive the economy, reimagine engineering education, and bring revolutionary ideas to the world. We think and design forward to solve the world's greatest challenges, every day.
Exceptional learning experiences
designed for professionals
Grainger Engineering Professional Education gives you a competitive edge and prepare you for management and leadership positions in the industry. Our programs include professional master's degrees and customized programs designed to develop competence across any level of your organization.
World-class faculty and resources
Grainger Engineering professors are at the forefront of innovation in their fields. Experience hands-on learning in our 60+ labs, research centers, and institutes. Learn cutting-edge methods to solve society's greatest challenges.
Professional Master's Degrees
Grainger Engineering professional master’s degree programs prepare engineers for advanced careers in a variety of industries through flexible curricula that provide both technical depth and professional development. The MEng programs are designed to be completed in as little as one year of full-time study, and typically include 8 to 9 courses to complete the degree.
Advanced Analytics concentration within Industrial Engineering, MS
Aerospace Engineering, MS*
Aerospace Systems Engineering, MEng
Bioengineering, MEng
Bioinstrumentation concentration within Bioengineering, MEng
Civil Engineering, MS*
Computational Genomics concentration within Bioengineering, MEng
Computer Science, MCS*
Data Science, MCS (Online Only)
Electrical and Computer Engineering, MEng
Energy Systems, MEng
Environmental Engineering, MS*
Financial Engineering, MS
Industrial Engineering, MS*
Mechanical Engineering, MEng
Plasma Engineering, MEng*
Railway Engineering, MEng
Systems and Entrepreneurial Engineering, MS
Online Master's Degrees
The Grainger College of Engineering’s online engineering degree programs offer flexibility and convenience while maintaining the integrity and academic rigor of our elite on-campus programs. The learning environment is inclusive and interactive, utilizing state-of-the-art technologies to deliver an authentic classroom experience. Online engineering students are challenged by rigorous, enriching curriculum to receive the exact same degrees and certificates as awarded to on-campus students. The degree formats are ideal for those that need to balance demanding careers with home and academic responsibilities.
Aerospace Engineering, MS
Aerospace Systems Engineering, MEng
Bioengineering, MEng
Bioinstrumentation concentration within Bioengineering, MEng
Civil Engineering, MS
Computational Genomics concentration within Bioengineering, MEng
Computer Science, MCS
Data Science, MCS (Online Only)
Electrical and Computer Engineering, MEng
Industrial Engineering, MS
Mechanical Engineering, MEng
Online Certificates
Our non-degree certificate programs are designed for off-campus professionals who want to sharpen their skill set without committing to a degree program. Each certificate focuses on a specialized area of engineering or computer science and includes 3-4 graduate level courses. Students who later apply to and gain acceptance into a degree program may also be able to transfer up to 12 credit hours towards their degree.
Online classes are taught by the same faculty who teach classes on campus.
Advanced Analytics
Aerospace Engineering
Business Management for Engineers
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Strategic Technology Management
Enroll in on-campus and online courses
to complete your professional degree
We give you the flexibility to learn from wherever you are.
Capstone Projects
One-semester real-world project experiences
In our capstone project course, students in our professionally-oriented master’s programs integrate advanced technical knowledge and tackle real-world challenges for industry clients. Students gain valuable project experience with the processes that engineers must master in a professional environment.
Research Opportunities
A culture driven by interdisciplinary research
With over 60 centers, labs, and institutes supporting 2000+ projects every semester, Grainger Engineering provides a robust infrastructure for a wide range of research partnerships. The Illinois environment offers a distinctive combination of the brightest people and a unique culture of collaboration and innovation.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Our professional students receive dedicated support through our Center for Professional and Executive Training and Education. We specialize in providing customized executive education, professional training services, and products tailored to external clients.
FINANCIAL AID
The University of Illinois provides support for professional students through:
Six top 5
graduate degree programs in Engineering
200+
professionally-oriented
online courses