Overview

Who is it for?

The Electrical and Computer Engineering program at Sonoma State University is designed for professionals holding bachelor degrees in diverse areas of engineering and sciences who desire to further their career paths by adding new knowledge, tools and skills from a cross-disciplinary perspective. It provides value to both practicing engineers and engineering educators. The program is designed to accommodate both full-time and part-time students who work during the day.

How long does it take?

The duration of studies will depend on the relevance of their undergraduate degrees to electrical engineering. Students with a background in electrical engineering will be able to complete the program in less than two years.

What if I don’t have an electrical engineering degree?

Interested students with undergraduate degrees in computer science, physics, materials science, and other science and engineering fields are highly encouraged to apply. Admitted students will set up a meeting with their designated adviser to design the most efficient plan of studies for the graduate courses as well as the appropriate prerequisites.

Where can I find a job after I graduate?

Our main goal is to prepare the MS-CES students for employment in high-tech industries. The curriculum includes internships and opportunities for collaboration with local industries. The North Bay industries that provide internships and employ our graduates include, PG&E, Broadcom, Ciena, Cyan, Keysight Technologies, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Pocket Radar, and more.

What if I am an International Student?

Our students come from a diverse background. Many are international students from China, India, the Middle East, Europe and Latin America. Due to the diverse academic backgrounds of our incoming students, we do not require a GRE at the time of admission. Teaching assistantships and other forms of financial assistance are offered to qualified students.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Linear Systems Theory

Networking and Network Mngmnt

Wireless Communications

Digital Signal Processing

Embedded Systems

Optical Fiber Communications

VLSI Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rohnert Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an acceptable baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association;
Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended;
Have attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 (A=4.00) in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted;
Proof of English proficiency via TOEFL or IELTS examination scores

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

8064 USD / year

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Out-of-State

8064 USD / year

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In-State

8064 USD / year

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Living costs

Rohnert Park

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Who is it for?

How long does it take?

What if I don’t have an electrical engineering degree?

Where can I find a job after I graduate?

What if I am an International Student?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Rohnert Park

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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