FAQs

Yes, typically only students with engineering degrees can apply for admission. However, we will also consider applicants with Computer Science degrees from ABET accredited colleges and universities.

The program always starts in the summer and runs for 12 months.

While it is most often completed as a full time, lock-step program on campus, part time options are available.  Contact Ramona David with questions at rxd47@case.edu. 

There will be three batch deadlines:

  • December 1st, 2022 (Early Decision)
  • February 28th, 2023 (Last deadline for International applicants currently residing outside of the U.S.)
  • March 20th, 2023 (For all applicants currently living in the U.S.)

After March 20th, admissions are on a rolling basis. 

 

No, we look for early career engineers or engineering students with 0-5 years of work experience.

Our early-entry track is an option for undergraduate students with junior standing looking to matriculate into the MEM program. Students have the option to begin the program during the summer before their senior year and then resume their undergraduate curriculum in the fall. Once the students graduate with their undergraduate degree, they can then resume their MEM studies the following fall semester since their summer semester courses will have been completed already.

The first MEM class graduated in 2003. TiME (The Institute for Management and Engineering-a joint program between the Case School of Engineering and Weatherhead School of Management) was one of the first to offer an MEM program. It was established at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ in 2000 with a US $4.2 million endowment from the Timken Foundation and continues to evolve to meet the needs of students and industry.

Classes are held three days a week (typically Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday). This allows two days of the week (typically Thursday and Friday) for students to work at their internship. 

We admit students in three batches.  The deadlines are:

  • December 1st, 2022 (Early Decision)
  • February 28th, 2023 (Last deadline for International applicants currently residing outside of the U.S.)
  • March 20th, 2023 (For all applicants currently living in the U.S.)

After March 20th, admissions are on a rolling basis. 

We do require an original transcript once you've been accepted and choose to enroll in our program. But for application purposes, a copy of your transcript can be attached in order to be considered for acceptance.

The GRE is optional for domestic students. 

Yes, you can submit your application but it will not be reviewed for admission until your test scores are received at our office.

A student can enroll in electives in the fall and spring and at no extra cost as long as the total number of credits does not exceed 15 total credits for the semester.

Once you are enrolled, you  to schedule classes. Ramona David, Admissions Manager, will email you the schedule of classes once you are enrolled.

We work closely with the International Student Service Office who will be in contact with you after you confirm enrollment about the necessary documents you need to provide. Find more information on the International Student Services site. 

Apply early for maximum merit-based scholarship awards. Your admission decision will be sent electronically within 30 days of the application deadline you submitted for.

Tuition for the MEM degree is $60,912. For further information on financing options, please contact 

There are a few companies, such as , that will provide loans to international students without a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident as a cosigner.

All applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships.

Here are some possible sources of funding that you may want to look into:

Yes, the MEM program is considered a STEM program and as such qualify for the 24-month STEM optional practical training extension.