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The program is designed for engineers and technically minded professionals who want to pursue a holistic approach to engineering design and lead the global transition to resilient, human-centered systems. Ideal candidates include:

• Practicing engineers who want to expand their expertise in sustainable energy, infrastructure, materials or building design.
• New bachelor’s graduates, including those considering a fifth-year master’s program, who want to launch their careers with advanced, sustainability-focused training.
• Professionals who seek to integrate engineering with business, policy and data storytelling to deliver solutions that balance ecological responsibility, economic resilience and human well-being.
• Purpose-driven individuals who are motivated to address urgent global challenges with durable, real-world solutions.

Graduates will be prepared for impactful roles in industries such as energy, infrastructure, water, manufacturing and sustainable materials. Potential job titles include the following and those listed in the section above:

• Resilience engineer or infrastructure systems engineer
• Sustainable materials engineer or green product/process engineer
• Lifecycle assessment or carbon accounting specialist
• Power systems engineer or renewable energy integration engineer
• Building performance engineer or sustainable design consultant
• Sustainability manager/analyst

The program equips students with the technical expertise and interdisciplinary skills to lead organizations and communities through the transition to a sustainable future.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in an engineering or STEM discipline from an accredited institution; show promise of the ability to pursue advanced study and/or research as judged by their scholastic record and admissions materials; and submit:

• Transcripts from all higher-education institutions attended, reflecting a 3.00 or better undergraduate grade point average
  • Automatic admission granted to currently enrolled CU Engineering undergraduate seniors who have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
  • If you cannot meet this undergraduate standard, you may still secure regular admission if you have completed nine semester hours of relevant graduate coursework with at least a 3.25 grade-point average.
• A current resume or CV showcasing academic and/or professional experience
• A personal statement outlining your interest in sustainable engineering and career aspirations
• One or more letters of recommendation (academic or professional)
• GMAT/GRE test scores are optional

Deadline: All applications for fall 2026 admission are due Feb. 1, 2026. Applying early is strongly encouraged, as it allows applicants to engage with faculty and program staff sooner.

The Master of Science in Sustainable Engineering is a 30-credit, full-time, in-person program designed to be completed in nine months, beginning each August.

Students begin with an optional summer boot camp to develop coding, professional communications and statistics competencies, then start on an integrated 15-credit fall semester, collaborating with peers from the Leeds School of Business in courses that build shared foundations in sustainability, data analysis and durable professional skills. This interdisciplinary experience ensures engineers learn to work effectively alongside business leaders and policy thinkers.

In the spring semester, students transition into specialized engineering coursework in areas such as resilience, sustainable materials, power systems and building design, while also completing a capstone project that addresses a real-world sustainability challenge in partnership with industry or government.

The program emphasizes experiential learning, industry engagement and systems-level problem-solving, reflecting ���Ҵ�ý�ƽ������ collaborative innovation ecosystem.

While most students complete the program in one academic year, the Graduate School allows up to four years maximum for degree completion.

Students complete a capstone project in partnership with industry, government or nonprofit organizations. These projects address real-world sustainability challenges, enabling students to apply systems-level thinking while building professional experience and expanding their networks.

The MS in sustainable engineering is an on-campus program designed to maximize close peer and faculty collaboration, interdisciplinary team projects and engagement with Boulder’s innovation ecosystem.

• The MS in Sustainable Engineering equips technically focused students to design and implement resilient systems across energy, infrastructure, materials and the built environment. It integrates engineering with business, policy and data skills to create durable, real-world solutions.
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• The��MS in Sustainable Business prepares business-oriented professionals to integrate sustainability into corporate strategy, ESG (environmental, social and governance), supply chains and finance. Students develop the skills to drive sustainability from within organizations and markets.

To learn more about the MS in Sustainable Business, visit the Leeds School of Business program website.

Costs vary depending on whether you are a Colorado resident. Tuition and fees are determined annually by the university. For the most up-to-date information on program costs, visit the�����Ҵ�ý�ƽ������ Bursar’s Office.