MasterOn-CampusFull-Time

Illinois Institute of Technology

M.S. in Autonomous Systems and Robotics

Chicago, Illinois2 years$53K total tuition
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Est. Salary$110,000
Job Growth+15%
Top RoleRobotics Engineer
FormatOn-Campus

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
2 years
Est. Tuition
$53K total
Format
On-Campus
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Required
Concentrations
Robotics & Autonomous Systems, Tech

Typical admitted student: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Prerequisites include programming, data structures, linear algebra, and calculus; GRE is optional.

About This Program

A research-oriented degree focusing on the internal algorithms and physical systems used in self-driving cars, drones, and industrial robots for real-time operations.

Career Outcomes

Advance as Robotics Engineer in Autonomous Vehicles with machine learning expertise

  • 1. Robotics Software Engineer
  • 2. Autonomous Systems Engineer
  • 3. AI Robotics Researcher
  • 4. Drone Systems Developer

What You'll Learn

  • Design and control algorithms for robotic systems and autonomous vehicles
  • Implement machine learning models for perception and decision-making in dynamic environments
  • Develop sensor fusion techniques for real-time navigation and obstacle avoidance
  • Integrate AI-driven autonomy in multi-agent robotic systems

Curriculum Highlights

Requires 32 credit hours, including core engineering analysis and control systems courses, supplemented by electives in machine learning and computer vision.

Top Employers

Top employers include Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Boston Dynamics, and NASA.

Admissions

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Prerequisites include programming, data structures, linear algebra, and calculus; GRE is optional.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
  • Resume: Required
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
  • GRE/GMAT: Optional
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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