Program Overview

Introduction to the SEAS MS Express Program

The SEAS MS Express program offers highly qualified undergraduate applicants from SEAS, Columbia College, Barnard, and General Studies the opportunity to apply to any MS program in engineering at SEAS and matriculate in the semester immediately following their graduation. Interested eligible alumni of these schools may also apply within five years of graduation.

Advantages of the Program

• Eligible students may begin fulfilling the requirements for the graduate degree during their senior year—provided that these courses will not be used to fulfill the requirements for the undergraduate degree—thereby reducing the time required to complete the graduate degree.
• During the senior year of their undergraduate program, some students may save tuition by taking graduate classes while paying the undergraduate tuition rate.
• Advanced courses have the same prerequisites that students may have fulfilled while taking science and engineering courses as undergraduates.

Eligibility

Competitive candidates will have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3. GS students may refer to the provided chart for additional information regarding eligibility.

Application for Admission

Interested applicants should consult with their advising deans. The regular application deadline is February 15, and May 1 is the final application deadline. Students must complete the following application and have the following documentation:

• Official transcripts (CU students do not have to send their transcripts)
• Personal statement
• Resume or CV
• Contact information for three references
• No application fee required

Program Details

For more information about the SEAS MS Express Program, please note the following key points:

• The program allows for early start on graduate studies.
• It offers potential tuition savings during the senior year.
• Prerequisites for advanced courses are typically fulfilled through undergraduate science and engineering courses.

Conclusion

The SEAS MS Express Program provides a unique opportunity for undergraduate students and recent alumni from SEAS, Columbia College, Barnard, and General Studies to pursue a Master's degree in engineering at SEAS, with benefits including early start on graduate studies and potential tuition savings. Eligible candidates must meet the minimum cumulative GPA requirement and follow the specified application process.