Program Overview

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Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

The Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) is a graduate program designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. The program aims to advance students' careers in electrical engineering and provide them with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the industry.

Program Overview

The MSEE program is a 30-credit hour degree track that can be completed in several semesters. Students can choose from three degree tracks: Coursework, Project, and Thesis. Each track is designed to provide students with a unique set of skills and knowledge that align with their career goals and aspirations.

Degree Tracks

• Coursework Track: This track is designed for students who want to increase their technical depth in electrical engineering. Students must complete 21 credit hours of MSEE elective courses and a minimum of 9 ECE 6000-level course credits. They must also compile a portfolio of signature assignments that highlight their key academic accomplishments during their graduate program.
• Project Track: This track is based on coursework and engineering design and requires a formal design project report. Students must complete 24 credit hours of MSEE elective courses and 6 credits of ECE 6010 (Design Project). They must also complete an engineering design project that demonstrates proficiency in research, design, analysis, testing, and documentation.
• Thesis Track: This track is based on coursework and research and requires a formal thesis. Students must complete 21-24 credit hours of MSEE elective courses and 6-9 credits of ECE 6020 (Thesis). They must also complete a thesis that demonstrates proficiency in research, design, analysis, testing, and documentation.

Coursework

Students can choose from a variety of courses to satisfy their coursework requirements. Some of the available courses include:

• ECE 6110: Digital VLSI Design
• ECE 6120: Analog VLSI Design
• ECE 6130: Advanced Semiconductor Devices
• ECE 6140: Sensors and Instrumentation
• ECE 6150: Thin Film Engineering
• ECE 6170: Advanced Materials Science and Engineering
• ECE 6210: Digital Signal Processing
• ECE 6220: Image Processing
• ECE 6230: Engineering Applications in Deep Learning
• ECE 6310: Electromagnetics II
• ECE 6320: Antennas and Wave Propagation
• ECE 6410: Communication Circuits and Systems
• ECE 6420: Digital Communication
• ECE 6440: Optical Communication Systems
• ECE 6510: Advanced Power Systems
• ECE 6620: Digital System Testing
• ECE 6710: Real-Time Systems
• ECE 6730: Robotics
• ECE 6750: Quantum Computer Engineering
• ECE 6800: Individual Studies
• ECE 6900: Special Topics
• CS 6610: Computer Architecture

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the MSEE program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better from the undergraduate program in which the bachelor's degree is earned
• Have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field
• Submit official transcripts from all previous colleges or universities attended
• Submit GRE scores (required for all applicants except those with an ABET-accredited engineering bachelor's degree or a GPA of 3.2 or higher in a prior STEM degree)
• Submit TOEFL or IELTS scores (required for international applicants)
• Submit a resume or CV
• Submit a personal statement or letter of intent

Application Procedure

Applications must be completed online and must be accompanied by a $60 (U.S.) application fee ($95 for international
on-U.S. resident applicants). Applicants must supply official transcripts from all institutions associated with their bachelor's degrees and must include the name(s) of any post-secondary school they have attended, including the dates of attendance, degree(s) earned (or expected), and GPA.

Application Deadlines

Applicants wishing to start in the Fall Semester must complete their applications on or before the first Friday in March. Applicants wishing to start in the Spring Semester must complete their applications on or before the first Friday in October.

Leveling Courses

After being accepted, students who have not graduated from an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program must demonstrate the ability to pass the following Math courses and 3 of the 4 ECE courses:

• Microelectronic Circuits (ECE 3110)
• Systems and Signals (ECE 3210)
• Electromagnetics I (ECE 3310)
• Digital Systems (ECE 3610)
• Probability and Statistics (MATH 3410)
• Linear Algebra and Differential Equations (MATH 2250 or both MATH 2270 and MATH 2280)