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Master of Science in Engineering in Petroleum Engineering - Thesis Option (STEM) EDUCO - The University of Tulsa EDUCO - The University of Tulsa, USA

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USD 25758

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 60 Waived

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Petroleum engineering focuses on the development, exploration, drilling, production and management of oil and natural gas resources and other minerals. Based on the solid fundamentals of math, physics and chemistry, a petroleum engineering degree includes education in geology and a proper blend of fluid and solid mechanics. Internationally recognized as having one of the top petroleum engineering graduate programs in the country, the McDougall School of Petroleum Engineering has more than 500 students.

Petroleum engineers plan and supervise drilling operations and evaluate and manage oil and natural gas reservoirs. They are qualified to work at an oil company, establish a consulting business or become an independent oil producer. Opportunities exist for travel and work overseas.

While teaching is the major goal, the McDougall School of Petroleum Engineering is also committed to discovery of new concepts and technologies in drilling, production and reservoir engineering. The program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

Graduate students learn advanced petroleum production concepts and collaborate on multi-disciplinary research projects to continue the development of their petroleum engineering skill set and professional careers.

The school’s strong research program is supported by industry and government sources. Undergraduate and graduate students work alongside faculty at key research locations on the main campus and TU’s historic North Campus. TU’s reputable petroleum engineering program receives overwhelming support from industry and government sources, a prime landscape for those students who choose to obtain the highest degree offered in the petroleum field.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 24 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

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

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    56 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    300 Gre Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    25758

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 60 Waived

    Application Fee
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    15000 Per year

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    Scholarships

     

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Academic Scholarships
    Global Ambassador Scholarship
    Presidential Scholarship
    International University Partnership Scholarship (2+2)
    IB Scholarship
    International Transfer Scholarship (from U.S. institutions)
    International Transfer Scholarship (from international institutions)
    #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship
    Academic Scholarships Criteria: Based on high school GPA and English proficiency scores (IELTS/TOEFL)
    Renewable for 4 years, contingent on good academic standing

    Global Ambassador Scholarship Criteria:
    Academic achievements (including national/international competition recognition)
    Leadership experience
    Statement of post-graduation goals
    Renewable for 4 years, stackable with merit scholarships
    Application required (submit certificates and personal statement)

    Presidential Scholarship Criteria:
    4.0 GPA
    Separate application and resume required
    Application required

    International University Partnership Scholarship (2+2) Criteria:
    Transfer from a partner university
    3.0+ GPA for bonus award
    Duration: 2 years
    Eligible institutions: CUPB, Yangtze University, Southwest Petroleum University, Northeast Petroleum University (China); KIIT (India)

    IB Scholarship Criteria:
    Full IB Diploma
    Minimum 3.0 GPA
    Renewable for 8 semesters

    International Transfer Scholarship (from U.S. institutions) Criteria: 24+ credit hours from U.S. institution
    Duration: 2 years

    International Transfer Scholarship (from international institutions) Criteria: 24+ credit hours from non-U.S. institution
    GPA 3.00+
    Duration: 2 years

    #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship Criteria:
    First-year international undergraduate applicants only (not for transfers)
    Strong intercultural and leadership engagement
    500–1000 word essay or 2–5 minute video required
    Renewable for 4 years
    Not stackable with other scholarships
    Application deadline: March 1, 2025

    LINK: https://utulsa.edu/admissions/apply/international-students/international-scholarships/
    Academic Scholarships Amount per year:
    GPA 4.0, IELTS 8.0, TOEFL 105 → $15,000
    GPA 3.75–3.99, IELTS 7.5, TOEFL 100 → $12,000
    GPA 3.50–3.74, IELTS 7.0, TOEFL 90 → $9,000
    GPA 3.25–3.49, IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 79 → $7,000
    GPA 3.00–3.24, IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 70 → $6,000

    Global Ambassador Scholarship Amount: $10,000–$20,000 per year
    Presidential Scholarship Amount: Full tuition for 8 semesters
    International University Partnership Scholarship (2+2) Amount:
    Base award: $13,500 per year
    Additional: $10,000 for GPA 3.0+

    IB Scholarship Amount: $3,000 per year
    International Transfer Scholarship (from U.S. institutions) Amount per year:
    GPA 3.50+ → $21,000
    GPA 3.00–3.49 → $16,000
    GPA 2.75–2.99 → Up to $10,000
    International Transfer Scholarship (from international institutions) Amount: $10,000 per year
    #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship Amount: Covers 50% of tuition

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