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Electrical & Computer Engineering: Professional MS

Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Is this program right for you?

The UW–Madison Electrical & Computer Engineering: Professional program deepens technical knowledge and sharpens professional skills with a practical, course-only curriculum completed in 16 months. Choose from technical areas like computer engineering, fields and waves, solid state/photonics, or energy and power systems. Benefit from expert faculty, apply for summer internships or enroll in professional development courses.

  • Accelerated, course-based curriculum allowing you to graduate in 16 months, no thesis required
  • Complete 30 credits with a 12-credit core in one of the four technical areas: computer engineering, fields and waves, solid state/photonics, or energy and power systems
  • Merit-based scholarships available and the opportunity to apply for a summer engineering internship

Education that works for you

Learn to work independently to formulate, analyze and solve advanced engineering problems with UW–Madison’s Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering: Professional program.

Program type

Master’s degree

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Degree awarded

Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Commitment

12–16 months

Tuition

$1,200 per credit

Format

Accelerated

Fast-paced program with higher course load

Face-to-face

On-campus, in-person courses

Credits

30 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program only admits for fall term

STEM opt eligible

Yes

International eligibility

Yes

Application deadlines

Fall 2025

  • Deadline: December 15, 2024

Fall 2026

  • Deadline: December 15, 2025

Fall 2027

  • Deadline: December 15, 2026
View UW–Madison’s Guide

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Lipika Garg

The MS in ECE is one of the best programs in the field of computer architecture. It offers a great selection of courses and a chance to learn from faculty doing cutting-edge research. The program has helped me develop critical thinking skills and constantly encourages me to think about how to make current technologies better.

– Lipika Garg, Master of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering: Professional

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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have 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
  • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on the last 60 credits of degree
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information.

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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Results that work for you

Electrical & Computer Engineering: Professional MS

$120,900

Media annual salary in 2023

Job titles

  • Electrical engineers
  • Power electronics engineers
  • Electrical design engineers
  • Hardware engineers
  • Radio frequency engineers
  • Signal processing engineers
  • Electronics engineers
  • Robotics engineers
  • Electrical systems engineers
  • Controls engineers
  • Hardware design engineers

Top industries

  • Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • Architectural, Engineering, and Related Service
  • Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite)
  • Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • Federal Government, Civilian
  • Management of Companies and Enterprises

Top employers

  • RTX
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Boeing
  • Lockheed Martin
  • L3Harris
  • Leidos
  • Blue Origin
  • Ford
  • Apple

11.8%

Projected growth for electrical engineers from 2020-2032. Source: Lightcast™ 2023

#9

graduate ranking among U.S. public universities

U.S. News & World Report, 2024

What you’ll learn

Elevate your career with the Electrical & Computer Engineering: Professional MS. Get a hands-on learning experience and gain practical skills in diverse areas while tackling projects that integrate electronics, machines and software design.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Power systems
  • Computer architecture
  • Photonics technology
  • Power electronics
  • Electric machines and drives
  • Computer-aided design
  • Networking and security
  • Embedded systems
  • Semiconductors

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