Master's Programs and Requirements

🎓 Available Master's Programs

• Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS)

• Master of Science in Engineering Sciences

• Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS)

• Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health (Concentrations)

• Master of Science in Business Administration (MBA)

📝 General Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum GPA of 2.67 on a 4.0 scale, from an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

• International Transcripts: Must be evaluated by an independent service such as World Evaluation Services (WES) before submission to ETU.

• Internet Access is required for all students.

Provisional Enrollment

Students who do not initially meet the requirements may be admitted on a provisional, course-by-course basis, with the approval of the department chair. They must maintain a GPA of 2.67 (B-) in their first 3 graduate courses and any prerequisites to gain full enrollment status.

🔍 Program-Specific Requirements

• MSCS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.

  • Proficiency in C or C++ programming and discrete mathematics.

• MSIS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Management, or a related field.

  • 2 years of work experience in information systems and/or business operations is preferred.

• MBA:

  • Students may enroll in a single course or up to four courses per year.

💻 Required Proficiencies (All Programs)

• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, email, and web browser software.

• Proven college-level proficiency in written English.

✅ Graduation Requirements

1. Complete 39 credit hours.

2. Maintain an overall GPA of 2.67.

3. No more than two courses with a grade of C+ (2.33) or lower are permitted. All others must be B- (2.67) or higher.

4. Mandatory Orientation Course:

   • OR100-ETU Compass (3 credit hours) for new full-time students.

   • 1-hour orientation course for course-by-course students.

5. No credit is awarded for work or life experience at the master's level.

6. Undergraduate prerequisites may be required for some students.

Academic Probation:

• Students with a GPA below 2.67 in the first 12 credit hours will be placed on academic probation.

• Remaining on probation for 6 consecutive months may result in termination of enrollment.

⏱️ Study Format and Pace

• MSCS and MSIS: Self-paced courses. Minimum of 12 credit hours every 12 months.

• MBA: Each course must be completed within 12 weeks. Minimum of 12 credit hours every 12 months.

🔄 Transfer Credits

• Up to 12 credit hours may be transferred from other institutions.

• Transfer requirements:

  • Official transcripts.

  • Course syllabus and description.

  • Acceptance is subject to review by the Admissions Committee.