Midstream Petroleum Engineering, M.S.
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

With the WVU Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources's one-of-a-kind M.S. in Midstream Petroleum Engineering program, you're at the heart of the action, managing the vital processes that transport, store, and distribute oil and gas resources. From designing pipelines to optimizing transportation logistics, each day brings new challenges and rewards. Join this essential sector and shape the future of energy delivery. Embrace a field where your expertise drives efficiency, sustainability, and global connectivity.
Cost:
$746 / Cost per credit hour *
Courses and Credits:
10 Courses / 30 Credits
Duration:
One to two years
Dates:
Next Start: August 20, 2025 Admission Term: Fall, Spring
Learning Format:
Asynchronous online courses
Program Overview
Unlock a Realm of Innovation and Opportunity
As of today, no other university in the country offers a midstream engineering master’s program. The Midstream Petroleum Engineering online master's program is the first of its kind with industry-relevant curriculum, flexibility, and networking opportunities, focusing on the energy industry of tomorrow.
Choosing WVU's Midstream Petroleum Engineering master's program offers exceptional benefits. Our carefully crafted curriculum equips students with practical skills to tackle real-world challenges in the oil and gas industry. Emphasizing optimization techniques, we ensure students excel in designing, monitoring and maximizing efficiency in transportation, storage, and processing facilities. You will master the the art of detailed analysis to optimize the performance of these critical systems, ensuring efficiency and innovation in the energy sector. With renowned faculty and top-notch resources, students thrive in a supportive learning environment, fostering professional growth and networking. Join us and become a leader in shaping the future of energy delivery.
Curriculum
Program Details/Learning Goals
Upon completion of the degree program, you will be able to:
- Apply engineering solutions to design, monitor, and maintain midstream oil and natural gas facilities.
- Perform detailed analysis and optimize the operation of the oil and natural gas transportation, storage, and processing facilities.
The Midstream Petroleum Engineering program emphasizes the practical application of engineering solutions within the midstream sector of the oil and gas industry. Midstream operations, one of the industry's three primary stages, encompass the processing, storage, and transportation of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Through this program, students will delve into detailed analysis techniques to optimize the performance of transportation, storage, and processing facilities.
- MPGE 610: Introduction to Petroleum Engineering (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 620: Design and Monitoring of the Petroleum Transportation Facilities (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 640: Fundamentals of the Natural Gas Processing (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 650: Design and Operation of the Storage Facilities (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 685: Midstream Petroleum Engineering Capstone Project (PR: MPE 610, 620, 630, 640, and 650), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 615: Design and Operation of the Production Facilities (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 625: Natural Gas Control and Measurements (PR: MPE 620), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 626: Pipeline Integrity Assessment (PR: MPE 620), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 630: Health, Safety, and Environmental Regulations in Midstream Operations (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 645: Natural Gas Fractionation (PR: MPE 620), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 655: Introduction to Carbon Capture and Sequestration (PR: MPE 630 and 650), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 680: Midstream Petroleum Engineering Project Economic Analysis (PR: MPE 610 and 630), 3 credit hours
- MPGE 693: Special Topics, 3 credit hours
- MPGE 695: Independent Study, 3 credit hours
Admissions Requirements and Eligibility
- B.S. degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited, or an internationally recognized engineering program or equivalent with a grade point average (GPA) equal to, or greater than, 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- At least one recommendation letter from an academic or professional reference.
- International students must demonstrate proficiency in communicating in English (a minimum TOEFL score of 550, or IBT score of 79, or IELTS score of 6.5). Students who have completed a recent four-year bachelor’s degree in the United States of America need not submit these scores.
Tuition, Fees and Financial Aid
- File the application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the June deadline to determine eligibility for funding and scholarships.
- Inquire with your employer about potential financial support for continuing your education.
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(304) 293-0915 ann.clayton@mail.wvu.edu
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Careers and Employment
There is a growing demand for trained and knowledgeable midstream engineers in the workforce. The Master of Science in Midstream Petroleum Engineering program prepares students for a variety of engineering-oriented leadership roles. These are only a few examples of some of the many opportunities that will be open to you with this degree:
Career Paths
- Pipeline Systems Engineer
- Project Manager
- Gas Pipeline Safety Engineer
- Bureau of Land Management