Overview

This Operations Research program at Northeastern University seeks to train students in the basic techniques and theory of operations research and their applications to real-world problems. Graduates develop their analytical skills to attack complex, large-scale optimization problems of both a deterministic and stochastic nature.

Eight 4-semester-hour graduate courses are required for this degree. Previous coursework will be evaluated to determine proficiency in certain content areas, and the degree plan may be tailored accordingly. In some cases, a student may be required to take an assessment exam to determine content and knowledge proficiency. No course can be used to satisfy both a requirement and an elective. To qualify for degree conferral, a minimum cumulative average of 3.000, equivalent to a grade of B, must be obtained. Some courses listed for this program are offered in the College of Engineering or the College of Computer and Information Science.

Unique Features

This program meets F-1 international student status requirements
Offered jointly by the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE) and the Department of Mathematics, thus achieving a unique balance of theory and application
Optional participation in Northeastern's co-op program

Students can choose a course-only track or complete a thesis or project option

This program is visa-eligible at Northeastern University campuses in the United States and Canada.

Disclaimer: Visa eligibility may vary by location and individual circumstances. Applicants are responsible for verifying the most up-to-date visa regulations with the relevant visa or immigration agency before applying.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Probability
Probabilistic Operation Research
Mathematical Statistics
Applied Statistics
Deterministic Operations Research
Optimization and Complexity
Algorithms
Machine Learning
Complexity Theory
Concepts of Object-Oriented Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

International currently on a F1 visa in the US: July 15 (Fall) November 15 (Spring)

Language

English

Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

Operations Research View 37 other Masters in Operations Research in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Online application
Application fee
Transcripts from all institutions attended
The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)
Personal statement
Resumé
2 letters of recommendation
English language proficiency:
Degree earned or in progress at a U.S. institution
Degree earned or in progress at an institution where English is the only medium of instruction
Official exam scores from either the TOEFL iBT (institution code is 3682), IELTS, PTE exam, or Duolingo English Test. Scores are valid for 2 years from the test date.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30848 USD / year

≈ 30848 USD / year
Out-of-State

30848 USD / year

≈ 30848 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

30848 USD / year

≈ 30848 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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