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Online Certificate for Systems Engineers
Classes Begin: January 5, 20261 year
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Drexel University is Regionally Accredited
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Systems Engineering
Drexel's accredited Graduate Certificate in Systems Engineering equips students with fundamental skills associated with systems engineering. Subject matter covers the process of systems engineering and focuses on the activities and functions that are required for effective systems engineering design and analysis. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to apply these skills in high-level systems engineering positions.
The program provides a foundation in systems engineering knowledge beneficial for anyone currently working in, or aspiring to work in, systems engineering. Engineers in early to mid-stage careers who are functioning or wish to move into positions as Systems Engineers will also benefit. Relevant fields include but are not limited to defense contractors, infrastructure planning and management, medical systems, data systems, energy systems, manufacturing, and construction management.
Program Features
- A flexible, completely online program that fits easily into your busy work and personal schedule
- Taught by knowledgeable professionals who have conducted systems engineering in the DoD and commercial industries
- Enables engineering leaders to manage systems development throughout the lifecycle from conceptual development, engineering design, and through operation and sustainment stages
- Prepare students to intelligently manage and contribute to any engineering challenge
- A highly interactive online learning method allows extensive interaction with faculty and other classmates
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State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
| Required Courses | ||
| SYSE 682 | Introduction to Systems Science | 3.0 |
| SYSE 685 | Systems Engineering Management | 3.0 |
| SYSE 688 | Systems Engineering Analysis | 3.0 |
| SYSE 520 | Global Sustainment and Integrated Logistics | 3.0 |
| SYSE 640 | Model Based Systems Engineering | 3.0 |
| SYSE 690 | Modeling and Simulation | 3.0 |
| Total Credits | 18.0 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related science from an ABET-accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- Two letters of recommendation (at least one professional)
- Personal Essay
- Resume
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2025-2026 is $1244 per credit. (A 10% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $1382 per credit)
For the academic year 2025-2026, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
- This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates are available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations.
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- These rates apply only to fully online courses. Hybrid or on-campus courses may have different rates.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans , you may not be able to combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2025-2026 Academic Year
Term
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Fall 2025
September 22, 2025
December 6, 2025
December 8, 2025
December 13, 2025
Winter 2026
January 5, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 16, 2026
March 21, 2026
Spring 2026
March 30, 2026
June 6, 2026
June 8, 2026
June 13, 2026
Summer 2026
June 22, 2026
August 29, 2026
August 31, 2026
September 5, 2026
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