Overview

The Nuclear Engineering graduate program at The Ohio State University is housed within the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Our research is further strengthened by the presence of Ohio State's Nuclear Reactor Lab (OSU-NRL).

Ohio State’s nuclear engineering graduate students and their research innovations touch the lives of countless individuals. From developing a neutron detector capable of operating in high-radiation environments to improving the traditional probabilistic risk assessment approach, our students are impacting a variety of environmental and nuclear science areas. You can generate a bright future by pursuing nuclear engineering at Ohio State.

Career prospects

Graduates of the program work for a variety of organizations including research laboratories, design organizations, nuclear power plants, academic institutions and regulatory organizations. Students work side-by-side with the faculty on projects for research sponsors such as the Department of Energy, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, NASA, national laboratories, nuclear power plants and others. The Ohio State University also offers an undergraduate minor degree in nuclear engineering, which is of particular value to engineers that do not plan to obtain advanced degrees in nuclear engineering.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Nuclear Science and Engineering

Undergraduate Nuclear Engineering Laboratory

Nuclear Reactor Systems

Nuclear Power Engineering

Radiation Protection and Shielding

Reactor Safety

Nuclear Power Plant Operations

Nuclear Radiations and Their Measurements

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

A baccalaureate or professional degree (or equivalent foreign credential) from an accredited college or university, earned by the expected date of entry into your graduate program.

A minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale) for the last degree earned.

Prerequisite training that will enable you to pursue your program. Evidence usually comes in the form of transcripts or other credentials documenting that you have completed prerequisite academic work.

Standardized test score (GRE or GMAT) if the score is required by your program. Scores must be sent electronically from the testing agency; faxed or emailed scores are not considered. Note: Scores are valid for five years after your test date.

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Tuition Fee

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International

42738 USD/year

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National

42738 USD/year

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In-State

13900 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 13900 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Columbus

940 - 1520 USD /month

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