Online Master of Petroleum Engineering
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
| 2025-03-01 | - |
| 2025-06-01 | - |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2026-03-01 | - |
| 2026-06-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
| 2027-03-01 | - |
| 2027-06-01 | - |
Program Overview
University Program Information
The university offers various programs for students, including undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as online learning opportunities.
Undergraduate Programs
The undergraduate programs include:
- Overview
- Admissions
- Degree Programs
- PETR Majors
- PETR Minors
- Accreditation
- Advising
- Courses
- Research Resources
- Costs & Financial Aid
- Scholarships
- Employment
- FAQ
Graduate Programs
The graduate programs include:
- Admissions
- Costs & Financial Aid
- Degree Programs
- Masters of PETR (Courses Only)
- M.S. in PETR (Thesis Option)
- Ph.D. Program
- Advising
- Class Schedules
- Scholarships
- Employment
- Internship
- Research Resources
- FAQ
- Certificate Programs
Online Learning
The online programs include:
- UH-Extend Online Master of Petroleum Engineering
- Online Programs at the Cullen College
Highlights
The online programs are designed to serve the needs of a broad range of students, including recent graduates and mid-career engineering and technical professionals. The programs consist of the same rigorous curriculum and coursework as traditional face-to-face programs and are taught by the same faculty.
Tuition and Fees
The tuition for the online programs is $745 per credit-hour, with no additional fees. A 30 credit-hour engineering Master's degree costs a total of $22,350, and a 9-hour graduate Certificate program costs $6,705.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary by program, but most programs require:
- Math background consisting of three semesters of Calculus, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra
- College-level Chemistry and Physics
- An undergraduate Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Application Requirements
Application requirements include:
- Transcripts of all prior college education
- A summary of professional and relevant experience
- A supporting letter from the current employer (recommended)
- GRE is not required, but TOEFL or IELTS is required for international students
Application Deadlines
The application deadlines are:
- Fall semester admission deadline: July 1
- Spring semester admission deadline: November 1
- Summer semester admission deadline: March 1 (not all programs have a summer admission option)