ÁùºÏ±¦µä

Accelerated master's programs

Graduates in the College of Engineering are ready to make a world of difference, and by choosing one of our two accelerated master's tracks, they can make an impact and start their careers even sooner.

Faster to your master's!

Person in regalia standing next to "Masters" banner

5 years, 2 degrees

With the accelerated degree programs in the College of Engineering, you are on track to earn a bachelor's degree in four years and finish off your master's in an additional year of study—shaving a year off your time in school.

Save time, earn more money

In addition to a greater depth of understanding of your field, levelling up your education can make a major difference in your starting salary. According to a  , for example, a student graduating with a bachelor's degree in computer science could expect a starting salary of $68,103, while a student who earned a master's in the same year would expect a starting salary of $82,275.That's a difference of $14,172! Over the course of your career, that extra $14,000 adds up quickly! And when you enroll in an accelerated program, you will start earning that higher salary a year earlier.

M.S. or MBA?

You can't go wrong with a master's degree. The question is, which is right for you? Our accelerated B.S./M.S. program gives you the chance to gain a greater depth of understanding in an engineering discipline, while the B.S./MBA program pairs your engineering acumen with the fundamentals of business administration, helping you turn your new ideas into an entrepreneurial success. 

B.S./M.S.

The accelerated BS/MS program encourages outstanding students in the College of Engineering at the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno to obtain a MS degree in a shorter amount of time. A student can obtain either a Plan A (thesis) or Plan B (non-thesis) MS degree.

B.S./MBA

The College of Engineering, in partnership with the College of Business, offers a five-year program to earn both the Bachelor of Science in Engineering and Master of Business Administration degrees.

Are you ready to make a world of difference?

Join the College of Engineering students, faculty and alumni who are developing the ideas, techniques and technologies that change the world.