Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Temple University's College of Engineering is a 128-credit hour degree that emphasizes control systems, electromagnetics, and electronics. This program integrates electrical and electronic systems with computer engineering, reflecting the growing importance of software and computing in engineering. It offers a balanced curriculum between hardware and software, and it offers focused concentrations in popular application areas.

Becoming an Electrical and Computer Engineer

To become an entry-level professional electrical or computer engineer, a bachelor's degree in computer, electrical or electronic engineering is essential, with some advanced positions requiring further education or professional licensure. The Electrical and Computer Engineering undergraduate program provides students with a solid understanding of the core subjects of the industry, including analog and digital circuit design, signal processing, programming and circuit design, as well as vital skills necessary for the field, including mathematics, physics and reasoning.

What Sets Our Program Apart

• Career Preparedness: The department offers a broad range of upper-level courses that provide valuable insights into real-world applications. Students can join research labs, gaining experience that can lead to full-time employment.
• Expert Faculty: Our students learn from faculty who work in many modern engineering fields such as biomedical; energy and power; machine learning and artificial intelligence; radar, communication and signal processing; and robotics and controls.
• Hands-on Learning: As a student in the program, you are immersed in a curriculum that blends advanced theory with practical, hands-on laboratories, emphasizing real-world applications.

Concentrations

This degree program can be completed with or without a concentration. Your concentration options include:

• Bioelectrical Engineering

  Prepare for careers in the emerging fields of assistive device technology, bioelectronics and biomedical signal and image processing. Build a strong foundation through the study of anatomy, biology, control systems, digital signal processing, electromagnetics and physiology.

• Electrical Engineering

  Prepare for a career as a practicing engineer in areas such as digital systems, embedded processor applications, digital communications, control systems, sensor networks, biomedical signal processing, microelectronics, computer security and power networks.

• Computer Engineering

  Learn to design and develop computers, microprocessors, networks and workstations for the servers and switches that support the internet. Learn to manage the integration of hardware and protocols that support the telecommunications network.

Internships

Internships play a critical role in a student's ability to secure permanent employment in the electrical and computer engineering field. Students commonly pursue internships starting from the summer after their first year and can continue with internships during each of their following academic years. Companies Electrical and Computer Engineering students have interned with include:

• Amtrak
• Apple
• Cigna
• Comcast
• Deloitte
• General Motors
• IBM
• NASA
• TE Connectivity
• Vanguard

Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level, course load, in-state or out-of-state residency and more. For the 2025–2026 academic year:

• Pennsylvania resident: $24,096.00 per year
• Out-of-state: $39,672.00 per year

Related Graduate Degrees

• Bioengineering MS
• Engineering MEng
• Engineering Management MS
• Electrical Engineering MS
• Electrical Engineering PhD

+1 Accelerated Degree Programs

The College of Engineering offers accelerated +1 Bachelor-Master programs. Qualifying students earn a bachelor's and a master's degree in one five-year course of study instead of taking the usual six years. Electrical and Computer Engineering undergraduate majors can earn an MS in Electrical Engineering in one year.

Academic Advising

Through advising workshops, career coaching, individual appointments and walk-in advising, support services are available to all undergraduate Engineering students. All academic advisors are available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., to answer questions regarding General Education, college and major requirements, and university academic policies and procedures.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Enrich your academic experience and social life by joining one of the College of Engineering's student clubs/organizations, including:

• ETA KAPPA NU (Electrical Engineering Honor Society)
• the Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
• the NASA Space Program
• the Society of Women Engineers
• the Temple University Amateur Radio Club
• Temple Robotics

Student Competitions

Each year, Temple Engineering students compete rigorously in regional and national events that celebrate design, engineering and innovation, including:

• the Formula SAE Collegiate Design Series
• the NASA Robotic Mining Competition
• the Student Design Competition

Study Away Opportunities

Add a global perspective to your Electrical and Computer Engineering Major. Study abroad for a summer or semester.

Accreditation

The Electrical and Computer Engineering (B.S.) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.