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Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainable Engineering (STEM)

University at Albany - State University of New York

USA,New York

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 28,318/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 75

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1844

Total Students: 17,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12222, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainable Engineering (STEM)

Program Overview

The MS ESE program offers both thesis and non-thesis options. If you select the non-thesis option, you will take a project course or do a 3-credit master’s project as a culminating experience. In the project course, you will investigate leading-edge technologies and topics in an area within ESE through current publications, student class presentations and a major project. If you choose a master’s project, you will work with your advisor to identify research topics and submit a final report.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open
aug 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 75

Tuition Fee

CAD 28,318 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University at Albany - State University of New York

CAD 16,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 300.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Career Outcomes
You will be prepared to address critical environmental concerns through sustainable approaches on local, national and global scales. In addition, the MS ESE provides a clear pathway to advanced studies in the UAlbany PhD ESE program.

Potential job titles for an MS degree in environmental and sustainable engineering:

Environmental Engineer
Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Director
Green Building Engineer
Water Project Manager
Environmental Engineering Consultant
Global Sustainability Data and Analytics Director

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany	Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany Criteria: Awarded to incoming international students based on academic achievement and other qualifications as determined by the admissions committee; renewable with a GPA of 2.5 or higher and full-time enrollment while paying out-of-state tuition LINK: https://www.albany.edu/international-admissions/apply-international-undergraduate-student#scholarships	Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany Amount: Up to $20,500 per year for first-year applicants (maximum $82,000 over four years); up to $9,500 for select transfer students PG Up to 5,000 USD

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.