Energy and Sustainability (MS) at Northwestern University

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Energy and Sustainability trains leaders for roles spanning technology, business and public policy. It is a full-time, in-person programme at the Evanston campus with classes Monday to Thursday.

Faculty: McCormick School of Engineering | Duration: 10 months (3 academic quarters), September to June, full-time | Intake: September; deadlines Dec 7, Feb 15 and May 1 (visa-requiring applicants by Feb 15) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

An interdisciplinary core sequence in technology, economics and public policy, three specialization tracks (sustainable and energy finance, energy technology, sustainability) and a required team practicum capstone with a partner organization.

Career pathways

Consulting and advisory, renewables developers and utilities, corporate and municipal sustainability, and energy and decarbonization engineering.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Application deadlines are Dec 7, Feb 15 and May 1; applicants needing a US study visa must apply by Feb 15.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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