Internet of Things
Master's
The Master of Science in Internet of Things offers the interdisciplinary background to contribute to the Internet of Things (IoT)-the web of internet-connected devices and objects now reshaping our society, from healthcare to defense.
Program overview
Become a leader in the Internet of Things
The interdisciplinary Master of Science in Internet of Things prepares highly qualified researchers and specialized professionals to lead the development of the Internet of Things-a globally interconnected continuum of untethered devices and objects interacting with the physical environment, people, and each other.
Through a combination of coursework, master’s thesis, supervised research spanning multiple colleges at Northeastern, and/or industry experience, you’ll be equipped to design and implement the autonomous wireless networked systems of the future.
Students will benefit from an interdisciplinary curriculum spanning courses in electrical and computer engineering as well as entrepreneurship, policy, business, and security-plus a wealth of electives from across the university.
The interdisciplinary Master of Science in Internet of Things prepares highly qualified researchers and specialized professionals to lead the development of the Internet of Things-a globally interconnected continuum of untethered devices and objects interacting with the physical environment, people, and each other.
Through a combination of coursework, master’s thesis, supervised research spanning multiple colleges at Northeastern, and/or industry experience, you’ll be equipped to design and implement the autonomous wireless networked systems of the future.
Students will benefit from an interdisciplinary curriculum spanning courses in electrical and computer engineering as well as entrepreneurship, policy, business, and security-plus a wealth of electives from across the university.
- The interdisciplinary curriculum explores the IoT in terms of technology as well as business and policy implications-while letting students personalize their paths through a university-wide choice of electives.
- Students will find extensive research and experiential opportunities offered through industry and government collaborations facilitated by the Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things at Northeastern.
- Advanced on-campus facilities and their unique provisions, including being among the nation’s only FCC-designated Spectrum Innovation Zones, afford access to cutting-edge technologies in the field of communication networks.
- This joint program is offered by Northeastern’s Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering, together with the Khoury College of Computer Sciences.
Multimillion-dollar investments from both public agencies and the private sector continue to drive the rapid growth of IoT devices.
Applications for IoT technologies run the gamut from healthcare to home monitoring and automation, environmental monitoring and pollution control, smart grid, and infrastructure management, real-time monitoring of industrial processes, and intelligent transportation of people and goods, among many others. As usage proliferates, graduates of the MS in Internet of Things program will find wide-ranging career opportunities.
Our program offers real-world experiences through industry and government collaborations, along with Northeastern’s own advanced technology facilities.
Advance your career with a paired degree: earn a Master of Science in Internet of Things while completing a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Leadership through Northeastern’s Gordon Institute of Engineering Leadership. This powerful combination lets you gain deep technical expertise alongside hands-on leadership experience, including a 16-semester-hour certificate with an industry-based challenge project guided by multiple mentors. Prepare to lead and innovate in engineering organizations. To pursue this path, you must be admitted to The Gordon Institute.
Admissions
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A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
Applications received after the stated deadline dates will be accepted and processed as quickly as possible; however it may not be possible to have a decision rendered in time for the applicant to begin taking classes for the desired term if admitted.
Applications submitted by the referenced dates will receive full consideration for the referenced term. Applications received after the referenced dates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Fall Semester Entry
| Early Action | December 1 |
| Final Deadline International Students outside the US | June 1 |
| Final Deadline: International Students Inside the US | July 1 |
| Domestic applicants | August 1 |
Spring Semester Entry
| International Students Outside the US | November 1 |
| International Students Inside the US | December 1 |
| Domestic Applicants | December 1 |
Completed online application form
Two letters of recommendation
Transcripts from all institutions attended
GRE is not required for terms starting during the 2025-2026 academic years
Statement of purpose
Resumé
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for international applicants unless the waiver requirements are met
The application fee is waived for all new applicants applying to any of our Master of Science or Graduate Certificates for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 application terms.
This program is suited to students with a background in electrical and/or computer engineering, computer science, or related disciplines. Strong candidates in other STEM disciplines, including both engineering and sciences (e.g., physics, math) with prior exposure to calculus, linear algebra, probability theory, and programming, will also be considered.
View Northeastern University College of Engineering Admissions page for details.
Program objectives
Prepare for success
Our program prepares you for a career relating to the Internet of Things across multiple industries and provides a broad-based understanding of the IoT in terms of technology, policy, and industry.
You’ll have the use of testbeds such as Colosseum, the world’s largest wireless RF emulation platform, as well as X-Mili and TeraNova, the largest millimeter-wave and terahertz networking platforms in the United States.
Northeastern is one of only a handful of universities to be part of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations’ specialized agency for information and communication technologies.
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Cost of attendance
Tuition and financial aid
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$61,728Tuition in USD
Estimated Total Tuition
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