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MEng Nuclear Engineering at University of Idaho

University of Idaho, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Engineering in nuclear engineering prepares students to advance nuclear energy technologies through advanced technical education and research experience. Nuclear energy is a leading source of emissions-free electricity in North America, with applications in electricity generation, hydrogen production, industry, medicine, and national security.

Faculty: College of Engineering  |  Department: Department of Nuclear Engineering and Industrial Management  |  Duration: 30 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer  |  Location: Moscow, ID, United States

Career pathways

This program equips students with the expertise needed for careers in industry and government, including roles such as nuclear safety engineer, reactor engineer, and nuclear design engineer. Related occupations listed for this programme include Architectural and Engineering Managers; Nuclear Engineers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's; GPA: 3.0; GRE: Yes (for applicants with degree from non-ABET accredited program); TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo: 83/6.5/120 ( for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language ); Number of references: Three; Other requirements: No. Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Graduate priority dates for full consideration for admission and funding: fall Jan. 15, spring Sept. 1, summer Jan. 15. Domestic deadlines: fall July 30, spring Dec. 1. International deadlines: fall Apr. 15, spring Oct. 1. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable); GRE only where a programme requires it.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

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