M.S. Program
First offered in 1984, over 700 alumni have moved into academia and industry with a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University. The Industrial Engineering Department is rated one of the best industrial engineering schools in the U.S.
Industrial engineers design, develop and improve integrated systems that include people, materials, information, equipment and energy. In addition to these issues, graduates learn to address communications throughout the organization while completing their specialized education.
The Clemson Industrial Engineering Department offers a traditional Master of Science degree with both a thesis and non-thesis option. This degree program is offered at Clemson University’s main campus and can be completed in as little as two semesters when pursued as part of the Combined B.S./M.S. program. The Master in Industrial Engineering (M.S.) program prepares graduates for careers in both industry and academia.
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Degree Requirements
It is the responsibility of the student to be aware of and complete all IE Department and Graduate School requirements for the M.S. degree. Students graduating should refer to the deadlines listed on the Graduate School website.
Masters Degree, Thesis option
The Master of Science Industrial Engineering thesis option is preferred by students with interests in research who are actively working on research projects and considering Ph.D. work in the future.
Students must demonstrate an understanding of the breadth of industrial engineering by completing the following classes
- IE 8000 Human Factors Engineering
- IE 8030 Engineering Optimization and Applications (LP, modeling)
- IE 8090 Modeling Systems Under Risk (probability, discrete-time Markov chains)
Masters Degree, Non-Thesis option
The non-thesis program is an excellent choice for most students and recommended for all students who enter the program without an undergraduate degree in industrial engineering. The Master of Science in Industrial Engineering provides a solid background for students seeking industrial employment after graduation and those who wish to pursue a Ph.D. following the M.S. degree.
The non-thesis option requires a minimum of 30 graduate semester hours of coursework. This option is recommended for all master’s students except those with special interests in research.
Selecting the non-thesis option requires constructing a plan of study. The degree can be completed in as little as one calendar year; the typical range is 3-4 academic semesters.
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Applying to the M.S. Program
The GRE is not required for Ph.D. or M.S. applications. Please note that you may include unofficial or official GRE scores in your application file if you believe it will strengthen your application. Please note that your chances for admissions or assistantships will not be impacted by not including GRE scores.
Required Documents
- Online Application
- Unofficial Transcripts - Official Transcripts required upon acceptance. Do not send official transcripts until you have received your letter of acceptance.
- Letters of Recommendation (Optional for M.S.)
How to Apply
Students interested in applying to the IE master program must be accepted to the Clemson University Graduate School. Application information and forms can be found on the Graduate School website. International students are welcome to apply and must meet Graduate School requirements for TOEFL and GRE scores.
Additional information concerning deadlines and program contacts can be found in the Industrial Engineering Graduate Handbook. Enrollment in the M.S. programs is open to all students with degrees in the physical sciences, mathematics, or related majors with a strong mathematical background.
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