Appalachian State University
Technology: Master of Science (MS)
Application Deadlines
Spring Admission
November 1
Fall Admission
July 1, priority deadline is March 1
Application Requirements
Entrance exam: GRE (exam waiver available)
Application requirements vary by program. Learn more
Location
On campus
Completion Time
2 years (full time)
Build lean green machines.
Sustainability, energy efficiency and low-carbon practices continue to gain importance in businesses, industry, government, nonprofits and in the public consciousness. As a result, the need to equip students with the knowledge, skills and perspectives to make contributions to sustainability initiatives in these areas has never been greater.
The Master of Science in Technology program at App State enables you to pursue in-demand career opportunities in renewable energy and sustainability. Gain critical experience in best practices in sustainability, engineering, policy and resource management.
A 2025 Best
The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and the Southeast for 2025.
Top 3
U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top 3 university for innovation for 8 consecutive years.
Top School for 2024–25
Forbes magazine ranked App State among “America’s Top Colleges” for 2024–25.
Concentrations and Courses
Careers and Mountaineers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!
Careers
- Business owner and president
- Research engineer
- Project engineer
- Energy manager
- Solar designer/engineer
- Energy advisor
- Policy analyst
- Sustainability director
- Legislative assistant
- Executive director
- Senior consultant
- Professor
- Peace Corps volunteer
- Energy analyst
- Energy modeler
- PhD candidate
Employers
- Schneider Electric
- North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association
- Cypress Creek Renewables
- Strata Solar
- Duke Energy
- Steven Winter Associates
- Western Carolina University
- Alaska Center for Energy and Power
- U.S. Department of Energy
- National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- Lowe’s Home Improvement
- ICF International
- North Carolina Energy Efficiency Alliance
- Peace Corps
- Sigora Solar
- Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
More to Explore at App State
International Experience
Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more
Professional Development
Invest in yourself with opportunities designed to stimulate career growth. Learn more
Graduate Assistantships
Earn some money while you earn your degree. Learn more
Apply
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Connect
Program Contact
Dr. Andrew Windham
Program Co-Director
[email protected]
828-262-8224
Dr. Marie Hoepfl
Program Co-Director
[email protected]
828-262-3122
Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment
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