Electrical Engineering Master of Science听

The Electrical Engineering Master of Science听is an interdisciplinary, practice-oriented program in the College of Engineering. Benefit from hands-on research opportunities, and investigate the mechanisms that support the technological fabric of our lives, including computers and the internet.

As a master鈥檚 student, you鈥檒l enjoy a flexible range of courses with many opportunities for electives to fit your particular academic and professional interests. Work closely with an advisor to chart a personalized course through the program.听

The small size and welcoming environment of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering听and its faculty make听for a uniquely engaged learning experience. Professors operate according to an open-door policy, so you can visit them regularly outside of class to brainstorm independent research projects, discuss questions听or talk through issues of professional development. The diverse personal and professional experiences of the student body add value to class projects, discussions and group work.听听听听

Credit Requirements

The Electrical Engineering MS requires a minimum of 30 credit hours.

Classes & Curriculum

The Electrical Engineering degree comes with a great deal of flexibility: You can choose to study full or part time, with most classes beginning after 4:30 p.m. Many students finish their requirements in two years, though the time limit for completion is five years. Some students enter the master鈥檚 program directly from an undergraduate degree to complete the program full time. Many students work in industry while completing their master鈥檚 degree part time.

Take a look at the full list of required courses.

You鈥檒l choose one of three tracks.

Thesis

  • 24 credits of course work
  • six credits of thesis work

Project

  • 27 credits of didactic course work
  • three credits of project work

Course work

  • 30 credits of didactic course work

Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51动漫鈥檚 commitment to access and affordability, this Master of Science in Electrical Engineering听offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 2024鈥�2025 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $1,332.00 per credit
Out-of-state: $1,744.00 per credit

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The College of Engineering reflects the diversity that has always been a hallmark of life at 51动漫. With students from diverse cultural backgrounds and regions across the world, 51动漫鈥檚 classrooms are enriched with countless perspectives, giving students a global point of view across disciplines and fields, and strengthening bonds that encourage success among students.

As a community, 51动漫鈥檚 shared responsibility is to enhance the quality of life for all members of the 51动漫 community, providing a safe, supportive and welcoming environment in which to learn, work and grow.

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