Overview

The Professional Master of Science in Electrical Engineering - Professional from University of Wisconsin Madison’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is designed to deepen your technical knowledge and sharpen your professional skills for a well-prepared entry into the industry.

The program provides a practical focus through a course-only curriculum, an accelerated and predictable 16-month completion time, and a professional development summer session. Along with your academic advisor, you will choose courses that target your academic and career interests. Areas of emphasis include computer engineering, fields and waves, solid state/photonics, or energy and power systems. You will also have the opportunity to apply for a summer engineering internship or participate in summer professional development courses.

When you enroll in the Professional Electrical Engineering master’s program, you join a department of accomplished engineers and scholars whose primary goal is to expand your knowledge in new technologies, design methods, and analysis techniques. Through this 16-month course-only path to a Master of Science degree, we help you enter the workforce sooner so you have more time to advance your career and positively impact your industry.

Key Facts

Electrical Engineer
Senior Electrical Engineer
Systems Engineer
Design Engineer
Electrical Design Engineer
Controls Engineer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Electromagnetic Theory
Electromagnetic Radiation and Transmission
Electronics of Solids
Integrated Optics and Optoelectronics
Power Electronic Circuits
Electric Power Systems
Embedded Microprocessor Design
Digital Circuits and Components
Design Automation of Digital Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

A Bachelor of Science in electrical or computer engineering from an accredited institution, however bachelor’s degrees in engineering, computer science, physics or a related discipline will be considered.
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
Submit GRE test scores.
Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable.
Online application
Resume/CV
Statement of purpose
Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36000 USD / year

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Out-of-State

36000 USD / year

≈ 36000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36000 USD / year

≈ 36000 USD / year

Additional Details

Minnesota Resident: $20,714

Living costs

Madison

United States

1015 - 1752 USD / month

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