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Transform Your Career with SMU
Lyle School of Engineering prepares students to solve problems with global implications and gain expertise on emerging technologies. Lyle’s programs are designed for professionals aiming to accelerate their careers by mastering the intersection of engineering, business, and leadership.
9:1
Graduate student-to-faculty ratio.
$108,049
Average starting salary for Lyle graduate students in 2024.
Over 90%
of Lyle master’s degree students had jobs within six months of graduation.
Lyle’s featured programs
Manufacturing Management
Equips professionals for leadership roles in industrial operations and smart manufacturing.
Learn MoreEngineering Management
This business-engineering hybrid degree is designed for engineers advancing into management.
Learn moreDatacenter Systems Engineering
Cross-disciplinary program serving IT infrastructure, systems, and energy needs aligning with global demand for datacenters.
Learn moreNetwork Engineering
Balances network architecture with strategic operational insight critical for cloud infrastructure and telecom sectors.
Learn moreSystems Engineering
A high-demand specialty for aerospace and defense which calls for designing, integrating, and managing complex systems.
Learn moreComputer Science AI
Students learn to implement effective AI and machine learning solutions and develop tools to mitigate challenges with AI.
Learn moreSkills and connections that make you stand out
Lyle graduate students benefit from experienced faculty and access to unique professional networking opportunities in Dallas, one of the country’s top markets for technology and business. Master’s students graduate as leaders and technical experts. During their time at SMU, engineering students are involved in groundbreaking research and have access to cutting-edge facilities, allowing them to be at the forefront of emerging technologies in AI, energy, healthcare and more. Students benefit from their access to major employers in Dallas and an engaged alumni network that opens doors. Texas’ $2.6 trillion economy (eighth largest worldwide), thriving food and entertainment scene, and relatively lower cost of living make it an amazing place to live, learn and work.
60%
of new master’s students at SMU received financial aid in 2023–24.
No. 1
metro area for job gains in tech employment
(CompTIA State of the Tech Workforce 2024).
20+
Fortune 500
companies in the Dallas area.
4 out of 5
of SMU Lyle engineering departments ranked in the top 100 (U.S. News & World Report 2024).
Lyle graduate degrees
Pursue master's degrees in computer science with AI specialization, datacenter systems engineering, engineering management, network engineering, manufacturing management and systems engineering.
Financial aid and scholarships
Discover the financial resources available to help you earn your graduate degree.
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Graduate school resources
Learn how to enhance your graduate school experience and reach your full potential. We’re here to empower you with the resources you need to excel in your studies and make a lasting impact in your chosen field.