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IE at the University of Oklahoma
"Industrial
engineering gives you a broad base of knowledge that 
allows you to choose
from a wide variety of careers in manufacturing, design, consulting, etc.
It teaches you the analytical and people skills that you need to survive
and become successful in today’s competitive engineering field." Misty McDowell, B.S. 2002, M.S. 2003
"A
degree in IE provides diversity in academic training and
encompasses a
range ofcareer options. Having such diversetraining increases mymarketability
to potentialemployers and helps provide variety in my career." Teryn
Bray , B.S. 2004, M.S. 2005
Graduate Programs Offered
We offer programs of study leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Industrial Engineering. A wide variety of applications are possible depending upon the interests of the student. The major areas of specialization are categorized into two groups.
THESIS OPTION:
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Production and Manufacturing Systems
- Systems Modeling and Analysis
NON-THESIS OPTION:
- Engineering Management
Master of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Industrial Engineering
Application Forms and Instructions
The application process requires that you submit materials to the Graduate College of the University of Oklahoma as well as supporting documents to the School of Industrial Engineering.
What you should include in your application to the Graduate College:
- University of Oklahoma Application for Admission,
- Copies of official transcripts from all schools previously attended, and
- The application fee.
- The application fee for U.S. Citizens and permanent residents is $40.00.
- The application fee for International students is $90.00.
In addition, if you are an international applicant, please include
- your TOEFL report, and
- your confidential financial statement.
Where to return your completed Graduate College application:
Office of Admissions and Records
University of Oklahoma
1000 Asp Avenue, Room 127
Norman, Oklahoma 73019-4076
(405) 325-2251
What you should include in your supporting documents to the School of IE:
- Statement of Purpose or Goals (500 words or less),
- 3 Letters of Recommendation - please request your references to comment on your knowledge of engineering and scientific principles, analytical abilities, experimental abilities, initiative, and communications skills, in addition to any other comments that would be benefital in reviewing your application. Each letter must be in a sealed envelope with the recommender's signature across the seal. (template located under Information Package below),
- Resume/Vita,
- Official GRE Score (Graduate Record Examination; applicant must request ETS to send), and
- Copy of your abstract from your thesis (Ph.D. applicants only).
Where to return your supporting documentation for the School of IE:
School of Industrial Engineering
Attn: Graduate Secretary
202 W. Boyd, Room 124
Norman, Oklahoma 73019-1022
(405) 325-3721
Please select the category that is applicable to you.
Supplemental application & Information Package
In addition to application form, these are the supplementary documents
that prospective graduate students may find helpful. A PDF viewer such
as the Adobe
Acrobat Reader
is needed in order to view these documents.
- Information Sheet for Graduate Student
- Letter from the Graduate Liaison regarding Admission
- Recommendation Letter Template
- Master of Science Program Brochure
- Doctor of Philosophy Program Brochure
Note that our Graduate Committee only makes recommendations to the Graduate College as to admission in our graduate programs. The Graduate College is the governing agency for admission into our graduate programs.
The information and documents provided here are contained in the package we send to prospective graduate students. To obtain the package via postal mail, please contact our student service coordinator, Amy J. Piper.
If you are a prospective undergraduate student, please contact the Office
of Admission & Records to obtain relevant forms and information.
University of Oklahoma, School of Industrial Engineering © 2004
Updated: May 2, 2008