Program Overview

Electrical Engineering Major

About our program

The Electrical Engineering Major at Marquette University offers a comprehensive education in the field of electrical engineering. Students are directly admitted to the College of Engineering and begin engineering coursework from their first day of classes. The program provides hands-on experience through state-of-the-art labs, internships, co-ops, research, design competitions, and club activities.

Students in this program will delve into the complexities of electrical systems, learning to design and build them to create products such as laptops and cell phones. The curriculum also explores focus areas in:

• Electronic devices and systems
• Signal processing and control systems
• Electromagnetic fields and communications
• Power and energy systems
• Computer hardware

The program is grounded in ethics and values, empowering students to make a positive impact in the world of electronics and beyond.

You might like electrical engineering if you:

• Are strong in math and science
• Are interested in renewable energy, robotics, electrical vehicles, and grid security
• Enjoy tinkering with circuit boards, electronics, and computer hardware

Benefits you'll find at Marquette's College of Engineering

The College of Engineering at Marquette University provides a connected community of classmates, accessible professors, alumni mentors, and over 500 companies across 30+ states that engage with the college. The century-old co-op program offers opportunities for students to gain engineering experience before graduation.

What can you do with a major in electrical engineering from Marquette?

Graduates of the Electrical Engineering Major at Marquette University typically work in:

• Circuit design
• Product design and development
• Software and hardware engineering
• Systems engineering
• Technical writing
• Research and development

Recent graduates have landed positions at companies such as:

• ABB
• American Transmission Co.
• Astronautics Corp. of America
• Bosch
• Collins Aerospace
• GE HealthCare
• Generac
• Lutron Electronics Co.
• Magneteck
• Milwaukee Tool
• Motorola Solutions
• NASA
• Northrop Grumman
• Rexnord
• Rockwell Automation
• Staff Electric
• WEC Energy Group
• Yaskawa

Hands-on learning for career success

The program prioritizes preparing students for their future careers through hands-on learning experiences, including:

Spaces to learn

Engineering Hall, a masterpiece of engineering, is dedicated to solving complex problems and features over 30 labs for student exploration and innovation.

Co-ops and internships

The College of Engineering offers co-ops and internships with over 500 leading industry partners, providing students with real-world work experience.

Undergraduate research

Students can team up with faculty members or research groups to discover new information in areas of engineering, including:

• Power and energy systems
• Electromagnetic fields and waves
• Solid-state devices and sensor systems
• Embedded systems and internet-of-things

Leadership learning

The E-Lead program guides students in becoming people-centered leaders, preparing them to drive innovation for the common good.

Study abroad

Students can expand their engineering education with a semester abroad, studying at prestigious universities worldwide.

What to expect from a Marquette degree

A Marquette education equips students to thrive professionally and personally, with overall student support, career preparation, and an extended family of alumni and mentors. Marquette University has been ranked:

• #6 in Job Placement
• #82 in Student Outcomes
• #14 in Best Colleges for Internships

These rankings demonstrate the university's commitment to providing students with a high-quality education and preparing them for successful careers.