Program Overview

Overview of the Online Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering

The online Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering at Arizona State University is designed to expand students' expertise in electrical engineering, preparing them for advanced technical career paths and leadership roles in the electrical and energy industries.

Program Details

• The program consists of 30 credit hours of coursework, with no set required courses, allowing students to create a customized learning experience.
• Students can choose from five areas of specialization: electric power and energy systems, electromagnetics, antennas and microwave circuits, electronic and mixed signal circuit design, physical electronics and photonics, and signal processing and communication.
• The program culminates in a portfolio in the student's area of specialization, rather than a thesis.

Career Opportunities

• Graduates are prepared for in-demand engineering and technology positions, with employment opportunities in industries such as research and development, semiconductor manufacturing, electric power generation and distribution, and engineering services.
• The median annual pay for electrical and electronics engineers was $109,010 in 2023, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Potential career paths include computer and information research scientist, computer hardware engineer, computer network architect, director of engineering, electrical engineer, and energy engineer.

Admission Requirements

• Applicants must have an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or comparable undergraduate electrical engineering coursework.
• A minimum junior-senior GPA of 3.00 is required for domestic applicants, while international applicants must have a minimum junior-senior GPA of 3.50.
• Alternatively, applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in an applicable master's program.
• Additional requirements include:
  • Graduate admission application and application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL scores must be at least 90 for the TOEFL iBT)

Faculty and Accreditation

• The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering has over 350 faculty members, with many having received the highest awards in their fields.
• The program is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Tuition and Financial Aid

• Tuition fees can be estimated using the university's tuition calculator.
• Most students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Courses

• Examples of elective courses include:
  • Advanced Analog Integrated Circuits
  • Electromagnetic Fields and Guided Waves
  • Electron Transport in Nanostructures
  • Fundamentals of Microelectronics Packaging
  • Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems
  • Semiconductor Memory Technologies and Systems

Rankings and Accolades

• The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is ranked among the top 25% of all accredited engineering programs in the nation.
• The online master's in electrical engineering program is ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report.
• The university has received numerous peer-reviewed programmatic honors, including being ranked #3 for online master's in engineering management programs and #10 for online master's in engineering programs for veterans.