Graduate

The John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering offers both flexible and specialized training through our single graduate program in energy and mineral engineering. Whether pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree, all students receive the integrated learning experience needed to meet the challenges of the rapidly evolving energy and minerals industries. The program's focus on the safe, sustainable, and efficient utilization of energy and minerals is unique to both Penn State and the United States.

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Graduate organizations

Graduate Student organizations and clubs help you get involved on and off-campus, meet other graduate and professional students, and further your personal and professional interests. There are many graduate student organizations, representing a wide array of social, cultural and academic interests.

Graduate Options in EME

Faculty and graduate student research in EME spans a broad range of disciplines and methods, and are engaged in many energy, mining, environmental, and regulatory sectors. Depending on your career objectives, you may want to choose one of the specialized options to provide additional focus and structure to your curriculum.