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At the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE), our team of world-class faculty and researchers provide students with an exemplary education focusing on optimizing systems and processes for efficiency, productivity, and quality across a wide range of industries. Whether you’re wanting to revolutionize the transportation systems, become an expert in supply chain networks, or enhance healthcare technology, ISE offers students the tools and resources they need to create a better future.

Future Students

Xueping Li in the Advanced Systems Lab

Academics

Degree Programs

Our department offers a variety of degree programs designed to prepare students for their future in industrial and systems engineering, including BS, MS, and PhD programs, as well as a five-year MS/BS program for qualified students.



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Undergraduate

Studies

Accredited by the ABET Engineering Accreditation program, our undergraduate program is designed to engage students through rigorous course curriculum, community leadership and service experience, and professional development to prepare them for graduation and beyond.




Graduate student Songyang Liu

Graduate

Studies

Our graduate program offers MS and PhD degrees as well as an MS and MBA dual-degree option to prepare graduates and scientific professionals to one day make sound management decisions in a fast-paced technical environment.


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Get to Know Us

Looking to learn more about our department, financial aid opportunities, and research opportunities? Use the links below to learn more about us.

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News

Facts and Stats

So, you want to study at UT? Check out the stats.

Check the Stats

Why choose our program? The stats speak for themselves.

242Undergraduate Students
153Master’s Students
102Doctor’s Students
$5.1MResearch Expenditure in Fiscal Year

*updated as of Fall 2024.

Upcoming Events

The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering will host the IISE Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference in 2025. Check out the list of events below for other events available to students, faculty, and staff.