Robotics MS at Northwestern University

Programme overview

Launch your robotics career through an intense curriculum, hands-on projects, and an industry-ready portfolio with our master's degree program in robotics. Launch a robotics career through an intense curriculum, hands-on projects, and an industry-ready portfolio. The future is bright for the cutting-edge field of robotics, which is forecasted to grow substantially over the next 20 years.

Faculty: McCormick School of Engineering | Study mode: full-time | Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Launch a robotics career through an intense curriculum, hands-on projects, and an industry-ready portfolio. While exposing students to a broad range of engineering and other disciplines, the rigor of our curriculum coupled with our hands-on, project-based work enables our graduates to chart their own career path and choose from the ever-growing options in this exciting field.

Career pathways

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Application information

Entry requirements

Launch a robotics career through an intense curriculum, hands-on projects, and an industry-ready portfolio. “ Potential employers love to see a portfolio of concrete project work, and MSR gives us just that. Graduate with an indispensable project portfolio that demonstrates your experience, capabilities, and knowledge.

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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