Overview

This Electrical Engineering program is offered at Drexel University. The graduate program in electrical engineering prepares professionals for applying deepened skillsets and advanced knowledge that will further their career.

Key Facts

Students emerge as professionals ready to take on the rapid changes in design, construction and use of components, devices, and systems incorporating electronics and magnetism.

An MS in Electrical Engineering allows students to learn and contribute knowledge to this constantly advancing discipline. Electrical engineering has an impact on public welfare and safety, as well as on health and healthcare, the environment, quality of life, transportation, computing and leisure. An electrical engineering master of science degree will empower you explore the frontiers and ideas that seek to addess complex issues in the many critical utilities and fields where electrical engineering is in demand. At Drexel you will learn about the forces governing industry, gain a global viewpoint, and build entrepreneurial, teambuilding and managerial abilities needed to advance careers in industry and research or prepare for entry into a PhD program in electrical engineering or a related field.

Curriculum

The master's in electrical engineering requires a total of 45 credits; 21 credits of core coursework in electrical engineering; 15 credits of electives. The remaining 9 credits can be completed through a coursework only, non-thesis option of independent study, or other additional concentration electives, or with 9 credits of thesis research (recommended for those interested in doctoral study). Learn more about the Master’s Thesis option.

Graduate Certificate in Engineering Management — earn an additional credential without adding credits to your plan of study. Using electives, you will gain skills to lead projects and teams. Learn more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer engineering

Control, robotics and intelligent systems

Electrophysics, image and signal processing

Power engineering and energy (available on-campus or online)

Telecommunications and networking

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-24 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-03-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-17 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

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Full-Time Applicants: Consideration for a term other than fall requires special permission from the academic department prior to application.

Language

English

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Graduate Admission Application: Applicants may only apply to one program

Transcripts: Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all of the colleges and universities that you have attended.

Test of English as a Foreign Language: International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency.

Standardized Test Scores: GRE test scores are not required.

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Two letters of recommendation are required.

Please note, an application fee of $65 U.S. is required.

Tuition Fees

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31095 USD / year

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Out-of-State

31095 USD / year

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In-State

31095 USD / year

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Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

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