Overview

Concentrations

The Electrical Engineering program at Villanova University offers five concentration areas, as well as an option for a custom degree plan:

Electronic Circuits and Systems (ECS)

Electric Energy Systems (EES)

Microwave, Antenna, and Photonic Systems (MAPS)

Signal Processing and Communications (SPC)

System Dynamics and Controls

Key Facts

Pursuing an engineering master's degree at Villanova is to become part of a close-knit scholarly community. Professors are highly available and engaged in their students' success.

Flexible Options

Classes are conveniently held in the evenings to allow you to successfully balance work and family while earning your degree. You can participate in class on campus, in real-time (synchronously) via our E-Learning program, or on your own schedule through recorded materials and lectures. Our graduate programs are unique in that you can combine online and on campus options, attending class or participating remotely depending upon your availability and preference. You can also complete your electrical engineering graduate degree entirely online. Learn more about the opportunities of E-Learning.

Successful Outcomes

Graduates of Villanova's Master's of Electrical Engineering program go on to careers at companies such as:

Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions

L3 Harris Technologies

Lockheed Martin

Lutron Electronics

Naval Surface Warfare Center

PECO

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied DSP
Engineering Math
Electric Machinery
Electric Drives
Stat Signal Processing
Microwave Thry & Tech

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering View 365 other Masters in Electrical Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.25

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts** from all undergraduate and graduate universities attended.
Two (2) Applicant Rating Forms completed by your recommenders
Statement of Purpose - While there are no specific guidelines regarding the content or formatting of this document, you should consider describing your background, your academic and professional interests, and what specifically about Villanova’s College of Engineering drew you to apply to our graduate program.
Resume

Official GRE Scores
Official TOEFL or IELTS Scores sent directly from testing centers. Photo copies are not accepted. Waived if applicant has a degree from a college/university in the U.S.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

47850 USD / year

≈ 47850 USD / year
Out-of-State

47850 USD / year

≈ 47850 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

47850 USD / year

≈ 47850 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Electrical Engineering.

Available Scholarships

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