Admissions
Admission requirements vary depending on the specific degree you pursue. Follow these guides to learn about the graduate programs offered at the Cockrell School, and the specific requirements for each.
Contact the graduate adviser or coordinator in your specific area of interest for more information or to arrange a visit to the Cockrell School of Engineering.
- Online application instructions for Admissions
Graduate Application Deadlines
| Department | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineering | Dec. 15 | Oct. 1 | Dec. 15 |
| Architectural Engineering | Dec. 15 | Sept. 1 | Dec. 15 |
| Biomedical Engineering | Dec. 1 | Oct. 1 | March 1 |
| Chemical Engineering | Dec. 23 | Oct. 1 | n/a |
| Civil Engineering | Dec. 15 | Oct. 1 | Dec. 15 |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | Dec. 15 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 15 |
| Engineering Mechanics | Dec. 15 | Oct. 1 | Dec. 15 |
| Environmental Engineering | Dec. 15 | Sept. 1 | Dec. 15 |
| Materials Science Engineering | Dec. 15 | Oct. 1 | Dec. 15 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Dec. 1 | Oct. 1 | Dec. 1 |
| Operations Research and Industrial Engineering | Dec. 1 | Oct. 1 | Dec. 1 |
| Petroleum Engineering | Dec. 15 | Sept. 1 | Dec. 15 |
| Weekend Degree Programs (Option III) | |||
| Engineering Management | June 1 | Nov. 1 | |
| Option III: Software Engineering | June 1 | Nov. 1 |
