Which East Coast Colleges Offer a Master's in Alternative Energy?

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SUMMARY

The discussion identifies two colleges offering a Master's degree in Alternative Energy Engineering: Wright State University in Ohio and Wayne State University in Michigan. Participants emphasize the importance of interdisciplinary degrees that combine Electrical Engineering (EE) and Mechanical Engineering (ME) for a focus on alternative energies. Additionally, pursuing a Master's in a broader engineering field or an MBA is recommended for better career prospects in the alternative energy sector. The conversation highlights the growing relevance of sustainable energy courses across campuses.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of interdisciplinary degree structures in engineering
  • Familiarity with Electrical Engineering (EE) and Mechanical Engineering (ME) principles
  • Knowledge of sustainable energy technologies
  • Awareness of graduate program options in engineering and business administration
NEXT STEPS
  • Research graduate programs in Alternative Energy Engineering at universities on the East Coast
  • Explore interdisciplinary degree options combining EE and ME
  • Investigate sustainable energy courses offered at various engineering schools
  • Learn about career opportunities in alternative energy companies and related fields
USEFUL FOR

Prospective graduate students in engineering, professionals seeking to pivot into the alternative energy sector, and academic advisors guiding students in interdisciplinary studies.

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Hi,
I am thinking about pursuing a masters degree in alternative energy engineering in the winter but have been running into some trouble. I can only find two colleges who offers such a degree, the first is Wright Stat U (ohio) and the second is Wayne State (michigan) I would like to stay a little closer to the east coast but I haven't found anything yet. Does anyone know of any other colleges offering a m.s. in alt energy?
 
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You can design your own degree at most universities, or you can do an interdisciplinary degree that focuses on alternative energies. I'm sure most engineering departments would be happy to help you figure out a good mix of EE and ME programs for alternative energies. Our campus has recently been picking up sustainable energy type courses.
 
I highly recommend going for any other Engineering Masters, or even an MBA, and then targeting companies that are working in alternative energy.

Right now, Alternative Energy is great, but all the development is a sign of the times.

Having a Masters degree in any other formal engineering or formal curriculum will prove much more useful.
 

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