Industrial Engineering: Human Factors & Health Systems Engineering MS
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
Is this program right for you?
The MS in Industrial Engineering: Human Factors & Health Systems Engineering enables you to improve system performance and drive positive change in the health industry. Work with renowned faculty to learn ergonomics, management approaches, job design, and decision science. Then apply those principles to broad issues in healthcare, including prevention, quality improvement, and patient safety.
- Accelerated, course-based curriculum allowing you to graduate in 12-16 months, no thesis required
- Our flexible curriculum allows you to customize your degree program to fit your personal objectives
- Our faculty and students are at the forefront of scientific discovery and real-world translation
Education that works for you
The Human Factors and Health Systems Engineering graduate program at UW–Madison focuses on data, system design, and the health care system. In just 12 months, you are ready to excel in your industry.
Program type
Master’s degree
Degree awarded
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
Commitment
12–16 months
Tuition
$1,200 per credit
Scholarship information
Wisconsin Resident Scholarship: $1,200 awarded automatically in the first term.
Format
Accelerated
Face-to-face
Credits
30 graduate credits
Admission terms
Program admits for fall and spring terms
Offered by
STEM opt eligible
Yes
Supports F-1 Visa
Yes
Learn moreApplication deadlines
Fall 2027
- Deadline: December 15, 2026
Spring 2028
- Deadline: September 1, 2027
Fall 2028
- Deadline: December 15, 2027
Admissions and events
Program requirements
Application materials required
Scholarship information
Eligibility for guaranteed recommendation for admission
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Industrial Engineering: Human Factors & Health Systems Engineering MS
$101,150
Median salary in 2024, Lightcast™
Job titles
Top industries
Top employers
15.1%
Projected grown for industrial engineers from 2022-2034. Source: Lightcast™ 2024
#9
graduate ranking among U.S. public universities
U.S. News & World Report, 2024
What you’ll learn
- Health systems engineering
- Human factors engineering
- Industrial engineering
- Health information systems
- Inspection and quality control
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Connect with an enrollment coach
Our friendly, knowledgeable enrollment coaches are here to answer your questions. Connect with us to:
- Explore your program options
- Review courses and outcomes
- Check eligibility requirements
- Get help with your application
- Learn about financial aid
Email us: coach@pdc.wisc.edu
