Quantum Engineering Master's Program
Program Overview
Stevens Institute of Technology's Quantum Engineering Master's Program prepares students for the emerging field of quantum technology with a comprehensive curriculum, hands-on laboratory experience, and expert faculty. Graduates pursue careers in academia and industry, including roles in quantum communications, quantum optics, and quantum entanglement, with an average starting salary of $95,368. The program offers both thesis and non-thesis options, as well as customizable curriculum, part-time or full-time enrollment, and access to the Stevens Quantum Campus Network, the first campus hybrid quantum-communications network in the nation.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Quantum Engineering Master's Program at Stevens Institute of Technology is a Master of Science degree offered by the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science, Department of Physics. This program prepares students to thrive in the emerging field of quantum technology. The program's objectives are to:
- Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of quantum technology.
- Equip students with the knowledge and skills to conduct research in emerging areas such as quantum communications, quantum optics, and quantum entanglement.
- Empower graduates to translate theoretical science into applied technology solutions that advance science and industry. The program opens doors to doctoral studies and careers in academia and industry, including roles such as atomic physicist, quantum physicist, project manager, consultant, and more. Recent graduates have been hired by companies like IBM, Google, and Amazon.
Teaching:
The program features:
- Expert faculty with industry and research experience: Students benefit from the guidance of faculty working at the forefront of the quantum field.
- Hands-on laboratory experience: The program emphasizes practical learning through hands-on laboratory work.
- Guest speaker series: Students have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals through guest speaker events.
- Internship/externship opportunities: The program offers opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships and externships.
- Job fairs: Stevens hosts job fairs that connect students with potential employers.
Careers:
The Quantum Engineering Master's Program prepares students for a variety of roles in the quantum technology field, including:
- Consultant
- Project Manager
- Quantum Control Engineer
- Quantum Hardware Engineer
- Quantum Physicist
- Quantum R&D Engineer
- Quantum Research Scientist
- Customizable curriculum: The program offers a customizable curriculum to meet individual student needs.
- Part-time or full-time enrollment: Students can choose to enroll in the program part-time or full-time.
- Thesis and non-thesis options: The program offers both thesis and non-thesis options.
- The Stevens Advantage: The program provides students with a strong foundation for success through hands-on experiences, industry-leading internships, and cooperative learning opportunities.
- The QuEST Lab: Students have access to the QuEST Lab, which has helped students contribute their skills to the team in unexpected ways.
- Average starting salary: According to ZipRecruiter, the average starting salary of a Quantum Engineer in the U.S. is $95,368.
- Employment rate: 98% of Stevens School of Engineering and Science Master's graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation.
- Average salary for Master's graduates: The average salary for Stevens School of Engineering and Science Master's graduates is $87,230.
