Tufts School of Engineering: Graduate Programs

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Engineering Graduate Programs

Why Tufts School of Engineering?

Build a personalized path of study just a few miles from the high-tech hubs of Boston and Cambridge.

• One-on-one career advising and workshops • Small class sizes, shared with talented classmates • Mentorships

from professors and industry professionals at the top of their field • Collaborative research that crosses disciplines •E xtensive professional development training and resources • Countless opportunities to make connections • Part-time programming available

Engineer your own path: Programs are often eligible for employer tuition reimbursement programs.

Work and learn: Explore your professional interests in the new Graduate Cooperative Program for students in on-campus MS programs.

Go in depth with a doctorate: Fully-funded PhD programs are available.

Apply now:

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Why Tufts School of Engineering?

New program highlight: MS in AI Academic disciplines

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Biomedical Engineering Chemical and Biological Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering Computer Science Electrical and Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Management and Innovation (Tufts Gordon Institute)

Cross-disciplinary programs 18 19

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Master’s programs and Joint PhD programs Graduate Co-Op program

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Certificate programs

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Graduate student life

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New program highlight:

Master’s in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) In recent years, the prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) has skyrocketed, with a wide range of industries adopting AI technology. Tufts University School of Engineering’s new MS in AI equips students with essential skills and places a strong emphasis on the underlying ethical considerations and social contexts. Graduates of the MS in AI program will be capable of understanding, implementing, and deploying a wide range of AI technologies.

Choose from two distinct tracks MS in AI Computer Science track: Focus on the principles and applications of machine learning and artificial intelligence from a computational perspective, with a strong emphasis on the broader social context in which AI technologies are

Receive mentorship from expert faculty and industry professionals who are internationally recognized leaders in AI-powered robotics, computer vision, machine learning, data analysis, decision-making, and assistive technology. Below are just a few of the expert Tufts faculty that you may work with in this program.

developed and deployed.

MS in AI Electrical and Computer Engineering track: Integrate principles of machine learning and

Associate Professor Shuchin Aeron

Assistant Professor Michael Hughes

Assistant Professor Reuth Mirsky

Professor Abani Patra

Distinguished Professor and Dean of Graduate Education Karen Panetta

Karol Family Applied Technology Professor Matthias Scheutz

artificial general intelligence with specialized engineering domain knowledge, covering both fundamental and systems concepts in AI and how to apply these methods to diverse domains.

More tracks will be added soon!

Graduates will be poised to go directly into both industry and

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science or continue on to do advanced research at a doctoral level.

Engineer solutions that matter At Tufts School of Engineering, students are innovating and creating new technology to improve health, increase sustainability, and educate future leaders in our increasingly interconnected global community. Combine exceptional instruction and hands-on learning to earn a degree that will prepare you for success in your field.

Graduate programs in: Artificial Intelligence (MS) Assistive Design (Certificate) Bioengineering (MS) Biomedical Engineering (Certificate, MS, PhD) Biophotonics (Certificate, MS) Biotechnology Engineering (PhD) Biotechnology (Certificate) Cellular Agriculture (Certificate) Chemical Engineering (MS, PhD) Civil and Environmental Engineering (Certificate, MS, PhD) Cognitive Science (Joint PhD) Computer Engineering (Certificate, MS) Computer Science, On Campus (Certificate, MS, PhD, Post-baccalaureate) Computer Science, Online (Certificate, MS, Post-baccalaureate) Cybersecurity and Public Policy (MS) Data Science, On Campus (Certificate, MS, Post-baccalaureate)

Engineering Management, On Campus (MS) Engineering Management, Online with optional on-campus immersive experiences (MS) Environmental Management (Certificate) Human Factors Engineering (MS) Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems, Fully Online or Hybrid (Certificate) Human-Computer Interaction (Certificate) Human-Robot Interaction (MS, Joint PhD) Innovation and Management (MS) Manufacturing Engineering (Certificate) Materials Science and Engineering (MS, Joint PhD) Mechanical Engineering (MS, PhD) Microwave and Wireless Engineering (Certificate) Offshore Wind Energy Engineering (MS, PhD, Post-baccalaureate) Product Development and Design (Certificate) Software Systems Development (MS) Technology Management and Leadership, On Campus (MS) Technology Management and Leadership, Online with optional on-campus immersive experiences (Certificate, MS)

Data Science, Online (Certificate, MS, Post-baccalaureate) Electrical Engineering (MS) Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) Engineering Education (Certificate) Environmental Engineering Policy and Planning (MS)

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Biomedical Engineering Working with Assistant Professor Nisha Iyer, Brandon Hernandez-Pacheco studies how to optimize the derivation of region-specific spinal cord progenitors from human stem cells. The research group seeks to understand and advance neural repair—driving new insights and treatments for nerve cells damaged by disease or injury.

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To learn more about Brandon and Professor Iyer, scan the code.

Academic disciplines

Degrees Biomedical Engineering (Certificate, MS, PhD) Bioengineering: Biomaterials track (MS) Biophotonics (Certificate, MS) Cellular Agriculture (Certificate) Materials Science and Engineering (Joint PhD) Dual Degree MS Program (with Tufts Gordon Institute)

MS Cooperative Education Program MS degree, plus co-op experience working for an employer

Biomedical technology is booming.

Companies seek engineers with specialized training in tissue engineering, a strong understanding of the medical uses of diagnostic imaging instrumentation, or expertise in biomaterials to design artificial joints. Students graduate from Tufts ready to advance in the ever-changing field of biomedical engineering.

Learn more:

engineering.tufts.edu/bme

*E ligibility for co-op program is limited to students in on-campus MS programs. See page 19 for more info.

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Academic disciplines

Degrees Chemical Engineering (Certificate, MS, PhD) Bioengineering: Cell and Bioprocess Engineering track (MS) Biotechnology Engineering (PhD) Biotechnology (Certificate) Materials Science and Engineering (Joint PhD) Dual Degree MS Program (with Tufts Gordon Institute)

MS Cooperative Education Program MS degree, plus co-op experience working for an employer

Tufts trains engineers in both the science of creating new chemical products and the economics of buying and selling those products. We know you need to work at the intersections of science, health, and technology, and we’ll prepare you for your next move, whether it’s pursuing a top career in industry or academia, founding a groundbreaking start-up, or studying in a highly-ranked PhD program.

Learn more:

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* Eligibility for co-op program is limited to students in on-campus MS programs. See page 19 for more info.

Chemical and Biological Engineering In Assistant Professor Nathaniel Eagan’s lab, Tofunmi Adeniran works to improve the sustainability of chemical and fuel production through designing and understanding catalytic processes. “Small class sizes foster a close-knit community at Tufts, allowing for meaningful relationships with professors and a personalized learning environment,” says Tofunmi.

To learn more about Tofunmi and Professor Eagan, scan the code.

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Civil and Environmental Engineering Through data analysis and community engagement, Ymbar I. Polanco Pino studies equity considerations in energy efficiency programs for commercial buildings.

At Tufts, he collaborates with Greses Pérez, McDonnell Family Assistant Professor in Engineering Education, who focuses on the relationship between engineering practices and the language and cultural practices of communities.

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To learn more about Ymbar and Professor Pérez, scan the code.

Academic disciplines

Degrees Civil and Environmental Engineering (Certificate, MS, PhD) Environmental Management (Certificate) Offshore Wind Energy Engineering (MS, PhD, Post-bacc) Environmental Engineering Policy and Planning (MS) Bioengineering: Environmental Biotechnology track (MS) Materials Science and Engineering (Joint PhD) Dual Degree MS Program (with Tufts Gordon Institute)

MS Cooperative Education Program MS degree, plus co-op experience working for an employer

Today’s civil and environmental engineers work in areas spanning infrastructure, environmental and water resources engineering, environmental hazards, sustainability, climate change, and data analytics. Our programs combine classroom teaching with hands-on learning and close mentoring to help our students gain the knowledge and tools to pursue successful careers in a variety of traditional and emerging fields.

Learn more:

engineering.tufts.edu/cee

*E ligibility for co-op program is limited to students in on-campus MS programs. See page 19 for more info.

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Academic disciplines

Degrees Artificial Intelligence (MS) Computer Science, On Campus (Certificate, MS, PhD, Post-bacc) Computer Science, Online (Certificate, MS, Post-bacc) Bioengineering: Bioinformatics track (MS) Cognitive Science (Joint PhD) Computer Engineering (Certificate, MS) Cybersecurity and Public Policy (MS) Data Science, On Campus (Certificate, MS, Post-bacc) Data Science, Online (Certificate, MS, Post-bacc) Human-Computer Interaction (Certificate) Human-Robot Interaction (MS, Joint PhD) Software Systems Development (MS) Dual Degree MS Program (with Tufts Gordon Institute)

MS Cooperative Education Program MS degree, plus co-op experience working for an employer

Forget everything you’ve heard about computer science departments that limit you to a narrow path of study or herd students into large lecture halls where you get lost in the crowd.

We do things differently. Tufts offers expertise in areas ranging from artificial intelligence to cybersecurity to machine learning, and allows you the space to follow your interests.

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on-campus MS programs. See page 19 for more info.

Learn more:

engineering.tufts.edu/cs

Earn your MS, Certificate, or Post-bacc in Computer Science or Data Science, online or on campus.

Visit go.tufts.edu/soeonline to learn more about our online options.

Computer Science After completing his master’s in computer science at Tufts, Xiaohui Chen chose to pursue a PhD in Computer Science. Building on his experience from his MS degree, he works with Associate Professor Liping Liu on deep graph learning and probabilistic modeling.

Their research has implications in computer vision, recommendation systems, and representation learning.

To learn more about Xiaohui and Professor Liu, scan the code.

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Zihan Zhang and Assistant Professor Marco Donato leverage emerging technologies to design reliable and energy-efficient computing systems. “Tufts has excellent research facilities and works closely with top tech companies, making it perfect for my studies in semiconductor devices and nonvolatile memory,” says Zihan. “Tufts’ focus on academic excellence and innovation keeps me at the cutting edge in my field.”

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To learn more about Zihan and Professor Donato, scan the code.

Earn your MS, Certificate, or Post-bacc in Data Science, online or on campus.

Visit go.tufts.edu/soeonline to learn more about our online options.

Academic disciplines

Degrees Artificial Intelligence (MS) Electrical Engineering (MS) Computer Engineering (Certificate, MS) Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) Bioengineering: Signals and Systems track (MS) Data Science, On Campus (Certificate, MS, Post-bacc) Data Science, Online (Certificate, MS, Post-bacc) Human-Robot Interaction (MS, Joint PhD) Materials Science and Engineering (Joint PhD) Microwave and Wireless Engineering (Certificate) Product Development and Design (Certificate) Dual Degree MS Program (with Tufts Gordon Institute)

MS Cooperative Education Program MS degree, plus co-op experience working for an employer

Learn more:

engineering.tufts.edu/ece

Electrical engineers develop low-power hardware components to create high-speed wireless systems. Computer engineers study improvements to the energy efficiency of processors, devices, and batteries. From robotics to big data to new medical devices, electrical and computer engineers are changing the world we live in.

*E ligibility for co-op program is limited to students in on-campus MS programs. See page 19 for more info.

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Academic disciplines

Degrees Mechanical Engineering (MS, PhD) Human Factors Engineering (MS) Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems, Fully Online or Hybrid (Certificate) Human-Computer Interaction (Certificate) Assistive Design (Certificate) Manufacturing Engineering (Certificate) Bioengineering: Biomechanical Systems and Devices track (MS) Human-Robot Interaction (MS, Joint PhD) Materials Science and Engineering (Joint PhD) Dual Degree MS Program (with Tufts Gordon Institute)

MS Cooperative Education Program MS degree, plus co-op experience working for an employer

Mechanical engineers invent, analyze, and manufacture mechanical components and systems. Learn tools to succeed across engineering fields like automotive, aerospace, shipping, power, heating and cooling, and machinery, as well as the new and emerging fields of robotics, micro- and nano-devices, and medical devices.

Learn more:

engineering.tufts.edu/me

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on-campus MS programs. See page 19 for more info.

Earn your Certificate in Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems fully online or through a hybrid model.

Visit go.tufts.edu/soeonline to learn more about our online options.

Mechanical Engineering Tufts School of Engineering became Claudia Bird’s top choice for graduate school when she learned about Professor Luisa Chiesa’s superconductivity lab. Chiesa and her team study the electro-mechanical behavior of superconducting materials for large magnets used in fusion power devices, which could play a vital role in electricity production for generations to come.

To learn more about Claudia and Professor Chiesa, scan the code.

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Earn your MS in Engineering Management or your MS or Certificate in Technology Management and Leadership online, with the option of also participating in oncampus immersive experiences.

Visit go.tufts.edu/soeonline to learn more about our online options.

Management and Innovation Tufts Gordon Institute While earning her MS in Innovation and Management, Anushka Singh used the skills she was learning at Tufts to launch a startup that aims to automate software documentation for developers. Senior Lecturer Jane Seminara and fellow faculty members provide support and expert guidance as students develop the mindset and skills of an innovator.

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To learn more about Anushka and Professor Seminara, scan the code.

Academic disciplines

Degrees Engineering Management, On Campus (MSEM) Engineering Management, Online (MSEM) with optional on-campus immersive experiences Innovation and Management (MSIM) Technology Management and Leadership, On Campus (MSTML) Technology Management and Leadership, Online (MSTML, Certificate TML) with optional on-campus immersive experiences Dual Degree MS Program (on-campus MSEM, MSIM, or on-campus MSTML and an MS degree offered by another School of Engineering department)

MS Cooperative Education Program MS degree, plus co-op experience working for an employer

Learn more:

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Tufts University’s Gordon Institute prepares students to become leaders and innovators in the technology sector. The MSEM and MSTML are offered online for working professionals or on-campus. The MSIM is a full-time, one-year MS program designed to broaden the education of recent engineering and science graduates.

The MSTML program offers MS students the opportunity to learn technology management and leadership, and the Certificate TML program confers an advanced graduate certificate.

*E ligibility for co-op program is limited to students in on-campus MS programs. See page 19 for more info.

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Cross-disciplinary programs Degrees Artificial Intelligence Offered in two departments:

Computer Engineering Offered in two departments:

Human-Robot Interaction Offered in three departments:

• Computer Science

• Computer Science

• Computer Science

• Electrical and Computer Engineering

• Electrical and Computer Engineering

• Electrical and Computer Engineering

Bioengineering Independent program with the option to choose between six tracks:

Cybersecurity and Public Policy Joint degree offered by the Department of Computer Science and The Fletcher School

• Mechanical Engineering

• Bioinformatics

Data Science Offered in two departments:

Dual Degree MS Program Earn an on-campus degree in Engineering Management, Innovation and Management, or Technology Management and Leadership and an MS from one of the six Engineering departments.

• Biomaterials • Biomechanical Systems and Devices • Cell and Bioprocess Engineering

• Computer Science • Electrical and Computer Engineering

• Environmental Biotechnology

Materials Science and Engineering Independent program

• Signals and Systems

Interdisciplinary learning is crucial to understanding engineering issues in the context of the greater world. Tufts students have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty, classmates, and researchers across all disciplines.

Learn more: go.tufts.edu/crossdisciplines

Joint PhD programs Degrees Cognitive Science Offered in one Engineering department:

Materials Science and Engineering Offered in five departments:

• Computer Science

• Biomedical Engineering

Human-Robot Interaction Offered in three departments:

• Chemical and Biological Engineering

• Computer Science

• Civil and Environmental Engineering

• Electrical and Computer Engineering • Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical and Computer Engineering • Mechanical Engineering

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Collaborating with departments across the university, Tufts School of Engineering offers three joint PhD options. Students apply to a joint PhD program through a home department and earn a degree from both that department and in their chosen discipline, maximizing interdisciplinary connections and innovative research opportunities.

Learn more:

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MS co-op program Gain up to six months of full-time work experience, build your resume, and prepare for post-graduation employment through the School of Engineering’s MS Cooperative Education (Co-Op) Program.

In its first year, over 40 students have participated in the graduate co-op program.

Appointments

I applied nearly 80% of my classroom knowledge to my time here at Amazon—negotiation strategy and new product innovation through various life cycles, to name a couple.”

Pratheek Goutham Manufacturing Engineer Amazon Robotics

My co-op confirmed my interest both in user experience (UX) and in MedTech.

I genuinely enjoyed the different aspects of my job, which cemented my choice to transition my career into UX.” Dana Fein-Schaffer UX/UI Co-Op Abiomed

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Completed/Started Appointments

Fall 2024

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Spring 2025

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Co-op students brought some of the following skills from the classroom to their co-op experience: •E rgonomics and design thinking

•M ini tab software

•L ean Six Sigma principles •A dvanced robotics

•N egotiation and people management

•3 D printing

•C ritical thinking

•C AD skills

How to apply Indicate interest in the MS Cooperative Education Program via the admissions application, or apply to the program during your first semester as a School of Engineering master’s student.

Learn more:

go.tufts.edu/soecoop

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Certificate programs Advance your career Kara Le Fort decided to pursue a Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems Certificate while working full-time as a human factors engineer in product development for cancer therapies. Whether students choose a fully online program or a hybrid experience with online and in-person courses, they receive personalized mentorship from experienced faculty like Professor of the Practice Michael Wiklund.

Certificates Assistive Design

Computer Science, Online

Manufacturing Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Data Science, On Campus

Biophotonics

Data Science, Online

icrowave and Wireless M Engineering

Biotechnology

Engineering Education K–12 (TEEP), Online

Cellular Agriculture Civil and Environmental Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science, On Campus

Environmental Management Human-Computer Interaction

Product Development and Design Technology Management and Leadership, Online with optional on-campus immersive experiences

Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems, Fully Online or Hybrid

Are you looking to retrain or refocus your career? Consider Tufts’ practice-oriented certificate programs. Most consist of four or five graduate courses offered in the late afternoon or evening. They equal roughly half of the credits you’ll need for a master’s degree, and most credits will transfer to our graduate programs. Computer Science, Data Science, and Offshore Wind Energy Engineering also offer a post-baccalaureate degree option.

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Graduate student life

Life in Medford and Somerville

Diversity commitment

With just a short walk to the hip neighborhood of Davis Square, Tufts’ Medford/Somerville campus is a hub of activity. There’s always something happening at Tufts—visits from nationally-renowned speakers and performers, research symposiums, social events and volunteer opportunities, and celebrations of National Engineers Week and National Graduate Student Appreciation Week, just to name a few.

We believe that the diversity of our graduate students deeply enriches our community. A diverse student body is fundamental to our academic mission to provide multiple views and perspectives that enhance knowledge.

Our mission is to create a welcoming environment for all students.

Students enjoy easy access to the wonders of the greater Boston area via local bus routes, the subway’s Red Line, and free campus shuttles.

Tufts is now even the home of a brand-new subway stop on the Green Line, which takes riders straight in to the heart of Boston.

Tufts student organizations offer opportunities to continue to build community across campus, and include:

Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering Society (BEaChES) Graduate Society of Women Engineers (GSWE) Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Society of Latinx Engineers and Scientists (SOLES) Tufts University Graduate Student Council Women in Computer Science

Plan a campus visit:

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See a full list of student organizations at jumbolife.tufts.edu

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Tufts University Office of Graduate Admissions Bendetson Hall, 2 The Green Medford, MA 02155

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Academic records

Office of Graduate Admissions

• Letters of recommendation • Personal statement

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• Resume/CV

617.627.3395

• Application fee

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• No GRE scores required*

Bendetson Hall, 2 The Green

* Visit go.tufts.edu/engmasters for complete details.

Medford, MA 02155 @TuftsEngineer @TuftsGradAdmission

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