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1st Annual (Pitt)sburgh & Our Neighbors MS Engineering Open House

Explore Regional MS Engineering Programs - All in One Place

Free to attend - Registration Required - Open to the Public

Deadline to register is Wednesday March 25, 2026
Register today to secure your spot!

Saturday, March 28 | 12:00–3:00 PM
Benedum Hall
Swanson School of Engineering
3700 O’Hara Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15261
102 BEH and 157 BEH

Participating Universities

SSOE logo

Ranked the #1 Public University in the Northeast and a Top 25 public graduate engineering program, the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering equips MS students with advanced technical skills for today’s evolving job market. With strengths in advanced manufacturing, AI, biomedical, energy, sustainability, product innovation, nano/molecular engineering, and more - plus dedicated career services exclusively for engineering graduate students - we position you to lead. GRE optional, with funding and fee waivers available.

Application URL and Relevant Deadlines:

Graduate Application

MS Application Deadlines are April 1, 2026 but can vary depending on the program. To see the full list of deadlines, click HERE.

There is still time to apply to our MS programs!

Degree programs we are recruiting for: 

  • MS Bioengineering (Professional and Research)
    • Biomechanics Focus
    • Data Science, Imaging and Sensors Focus
    • Molecular, Cellular, and Systems Engineering 
    • Neural Engineering Focus
    • Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (TERM) Focus
  • MS Medical Product Engineering (MSMPE)
  • MS Chemical & Petroleum Engineering (Professional and Research)
  • MS Civil & Environmental Engineering (Professional and Research)
    • Construction Management Focus (online and on-campus)
    • Environmental Focus
    • Geotechnical and Pavements Focus
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics Focus
    • Sustainable Engineering Focus
    • Transportation Engineering Focus
    • Water Resources Focus
  • MS Electrical and Computer Engineering (Professional and Research)
  • MS Industrial Engineering (Professional and Research)
    • MSIE/MBA Business Administration
    • MSIE/MSSCM – MS Industrial Engineering/MS Supply Chain Management
  • MS Materials Science (Professional and Research)
  • MS Mechanical Engineering (Professional and Research)
  • MS Nuclear Engineering (online and on-campus)
  • MS Sustainable Engineering
  • MBA/MS – in any of the above Professional Engineering Programs
  • Certificate Programs
    • Construction Management 
    • Electric Power (online and on-campus)
    • Nuclear Engineering (online and on-campus)

To see a full listing of our degree programs click HERE

Accepting part-time applications? 

Yes

Ohio State University logo

Program Description:

The Ohio State University is one of the world’s best comprehensive, public research universities, attracting world-class faculty and graduate students with our state-of-the-art facilities and abundant research opportunities. Ohio State's engineering graduate program is ranked 1st in Ohio and 14th nationally among public universities by U.S. News and World Report. With 13 engineering programs, and 3 architecture programs, we have something for everyone!

Application URL and Relevant deadlines:

https://gpadmissions.osu.edu/programs/ - Deadlines vary

Degree programs we are recruiting for:

  • Aerospace
  • Mechanical
  • Nuclear
  • Materials Science
  • Welding
  • Electrical and Computer
  • Biomedical
  • Chemical and Biomolecular
  • Civil
  • Environmental
  • Geodetic Food
  • Agricultural
  • Biological
  • Industrial and Systems 
  • Architecture
  • Landscape Architecture
  • City and Regional Planning

Accepting part-time applications?

Yes

CASE WESTERN Reserve University logo

Program Description:

Advance your career at the Case Western Reserve University- Case School of Engineering with a wide range of graduate programs. Master’s degrees are offered in fields such as aerospace, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical engineering, materials science, systems and control, and fire science. Doctoral (PhD) programs span engineering and computer science disciplines and emphasize cutting-edge, faculty-led research

Application URL and Relevant deadlines:

https://applygrad.case.edu/portal/applygrad

Degree programs we are recruiting for:

  • MS in Aerospace Engineering
  • MS in Biomedical Engineering
  • MS in Biomedical Engineering (Translational Health Technology specialization)
  • MS in Chemical Engineering
  • MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering
  • MS in Computer Engineering
  • MS in Computer Science
  • MS in Data Science
  • MS in Electrical Engineering
  • MS in Macromolecular Science and Engineering
  • MS in Materials Science and Engineering
  • MS in Mechanical Engineering
  • MS in Systems and Control Engineering

Accepting part-time applications?

Yes

Carnegie Mellon Engineering logo

Program Description:

Carnegie Mellon Engineering offers premier graduate programs within a collaborative maker ecosystem. We bring together diverse minds to solve complex problems for industry and government. Our students are recruited by top employers even before graduation, joining a global alumni network that values our signature interdisciplinary approach. Join us to create, physically realize, and evaluate solutions that make a real-world impact.

Application URL and Relevant deadlines:

https://engineering.cmu.edu/education/graduate-studies/admissions/apply.html  

Our programs have varying deadlines by program however most fall between

Fall:

  • PhD - October 1 - January 15 (Range - exact deadlines vary by program) 
  • MS - October 1 - February 1 (Range - exact deadlines vary by program) 

Spring: July 1 - September 1

Degree programs we are recruiting for:

Biomedical Engineering; Civil and Environmental Engineering; Chemical Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Engineering and Public Policy; Engineering & Technology Innovation Management; Energy Science, Technology & Policy; Information Networking Institute; Integrated Innovation Institute; Materials Science Engineering; Mechanical Engineering;

Accepting part-time applications?

Yes

Program Description:

Kent State University brings together aeronautics, engineering and engineering technology in a collaborative graduate environment at an R1 public research university focused on emerging technologies and complex industry challenges. We engage graduate students in research spanning advanced air mobility, digital engineering, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, advanced manufacturing, materials, sustainability and aviation systems through specialized laboratories and interdisciplinary projects. Join us to work alongside faculty and external partners to develop solutions with real-world impact across aerospace, mobility and manufacturing.

Application URL and Relevant deadlines:

https://www.kent.edu/cae/graduate-programs

  • M.S./Ph.D. - March 1 Deadline for Fall Semester Start (August)
  • M.E.T. - March 1 Deadline for Fall Semester Start (August); August 1 Deadline for Spring Semester Start (January

Degree programs we are recruiting for:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Engineering Technology

Accepting part-time applications?

Yes

 

Program Description:

RMU is a private 4-year university. The Department of Engineering offers undergraduate engineering degrees and a Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM). MSEM prepares engineers and STEM professionals for management and leadership roles as their industries navigate the increasing technology involvement and where change is the norm.

Application URL and Relevant deadlines:

RMU - MS Engineering Management: https://www.rmu.edu/academics/graduate/school-engineering-and-science/engineering/engineering-management-ms  

Admissions Requirements:

https://www.rmu.edu/admissions/graduate/requirements

Degrees programs we are recruiting for:

  • MS Engineering Management.

Accepting part-time applications?:

Yes

Event Details
Who Can Attend

Open to undergraduate engineering and STEM students and anyone considering a MS in engineering.  

Why Attend

This event is ideal for students who:

  • Are considering graduate school in engineering
  • Want to compare multiple MS programs at once
  • Have questions about funding, assistantships, or admissions requirements
  • Are unsure where to apply
  • Are early in the graduate exploration process
     
Agenda – What to Expect

Graduate Recruitment Fair
12-1pm and 2-3pm

Meet directly with representatives from regional MS engineering programs to discuss admissions, program structure, research opportunities, career outcomes, and funding.

Joint Admissions Panel
1-2pm

A collaborative session covering application strategy, funding considerations, and how to determine program fit.

Light refreshments will be provided

Information for Recruiters

Registration

Registration for a recruiting table remains open through Wednesday, March 18. We still have space for additional universities to recruit students for MS Programs.

Parking

Detailed information regarding recruiter parking, including location and access instructions, will be provided prior to the event.

Day of Event – Set-up

Set-up instructions, including arrival time, table location, and check-in details, will be shared with all registered recruiters in advance of the event.