Online Reliability Engineering - Frequently Asked Questions :
- How long does it take to complete the Master of Engineering in Reliability Engineering?
It can be completed in 20 months. - May I transfer credits into the program?
Yes, up to six graduate-level credits earned at an accredited institution may be applied to the degree. - Is the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) required for admission?
No, the program does not require the GRE. Students should have an earned bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited institution. - Is there a limitation on the number of courses I may take each term?
No. The program is designed to be completed part-time, but do to the extensive offering of courses, students can take more than the recommended two courses per semester to be considered full-time students (9 credits). - Is a certificate program offered?
Yes. The 12-credit curriculum requires completion of the following 4 three-credit courses that can be completed entirely online (ENRE 600, ENRE 602, ENRE 620, and one of the following courses: ENRE 653, ENRE 655, ENRE 624). - If a certificate program is offered, will those credits later apply to a degree program?
It is likely that any credits earned in the certificate program will be applied to the Master of Engineering in Reliability Engineering. - How do I apply for the Master of Engineering in Reliability Engineering?
Application is a simple process using our customized online application system - www.gradschool.umd.edu/oaee... - What makes the online Master of Engineering in Reliability Engineering at the University of Maryland unique?
It is the only completely Internet-based graduate program of its kind with no on-campus requirements. - Is there an on-campus requirement for the Master of Engineering in Reliability Engineering?
No, students do not have to physically come to campus. - Will there be interaction with other students in the program?
Yes, state-of-the-art resources, including asynchronous lessons with chat rooms and threaded discussions, will be incorporated into the program. - Is the quality of the online master's equal to that of a traditional program?
Yes, the online Master of Engineering in Reliabilty Engineering is taught by University of Maryland faculty with outstanding research and teaching credentials. - What student services are available to me?
Student services include library, bookstore, financial aid, admissions, registration and bill payment. Please refer to the SPOC website for further information: http://www.onlinestudies.umd.edu/apply.html
