Petroleum Engineering Master's
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North Dakota is a leader in producing oil from unconventional sources. The Bakken Formation is the second-largest producer of oil in the U.S. UND's master's in Petroleum Engineering, backed by leading industry participants, produces engineers ready work in the oil industry.
- Program type:
- Master's Degree
- Format:
- On Campus or Online
- Est. time to complete:
- 1.5 - 2 years
- Credit hours:
- 30-32
Why earn a master's in Petroleum Engineering?
Best Petroleum Engineering Master's Programs
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We are recognized by U.S. News & World report as a top online graduate engineering program in the nation.
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Be on top of the latest trends. Our Industry Advisory Council, represented by some of the state's biggest companies, regularly helps us refine our curriculum.
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All master's in Petroleum Engineering courses all available online.
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Gain networking and career opportunities through relationships with the Society of Petroleum Engineers, North Dakota Petroleum Council and other groups.
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Small class sizes + open-door policy among faculty = a rich, personalized learning experience.
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Work in the world’s largest – and only - oil drilling simulator. Train on cutting-edge simulators at our Collaborate Energy Complex.
What can you do with a master's in Petroleum Engineering?
Petroleum Engineering Master's Courses
Best Online Petroleum Engineering Master's Program
Master's in Petroleum Engineering Online
FAQs
The online master's degree in Petroleum Engineering typically takes 1.5 to 2 years to complete, depending on credit load and research progress.
Obtaining a Petroleum Engineering degree is considered challenging due to the complexity of the subject matter, the integration of various scientific fields, and the demand for problem-solving skills. Dedication and hard work from students and the support of experienced faculty members is necessary for completing a Petroleum Engineering program successfully.
Compare our online and on campus costs. You'll find we are one of the most affordable petroleum engineering schools in the Midwest. Our online students pay the same affordable tuition rate regardless of their legal residency.
UND is committed to assisting students in funding their education, providing over $105 million in financial aid annually. A range of financial aid options offered by UND, including scholarships (merit-based), grants (need-based), and loans, help students alleviate college costs.
Certainly! A Petroleum Engineering master's degree from UND is considered worthwhile due to high industry salaries, excellent job placement rates, and affordable online tuition rates. Petroleum engineers work on energy exploration and development all over the world, and having the knowledge and skills of a master’s degree can open the door to cutting edge jobs in the industry.
With a master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, graduates can work in various roles in the industry, such as petroleum exploration, geologic formation characterization, drilling and fracturing, computer simulation, equipment and process design for recovery optimization, and monitoring of production and processing.
More than 90% of UND's petroleum engineering graduates find employment in the oil industry where they can provide valuable contributions to critical operations, such as exploration, drilling, and production monitoring. Most petroleum engineering students find employment directly in energy production and processing companies, with some choosing to pursue academic, government, or project management work.
Leaders in Petroleum Engineering
UND's has the the best petroleum engineering program in the Midwest offering lab and field based learning experience.