BS Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rice University

Programme overview

BS Electrical and Computer Engineering is a undergraduate degree programme at Rice University in Electrical and Computer Engineering (George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing). The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) provides high-quality degree programs that emphasize fundamental principles, respond to the changing demands and opportunities of new technology, challenge the exceptional abilities of Rice students, and prepare students for roles of leadership in their chosen careers. The degree totals 82-83 credit hours.

Faculty: George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing | Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering | Study mode: full-time | Location: Houston, TX, United States

What you will study

A minimum of 28-30 courses (82-83 credit hours), depending on course selection, to satisfy major requirements. A minimum of 125 credit hours to satisfy degree requirements. A minimum of 14 courses (42 credit hours) taken at the 300-level or above. A minimum major GPA of 2.00 or higher in all coursework that satisfies requirements for the major.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the university through Rice undergraduate admissions; no separate admission requirements are published for this major.

USD 71,140 a year (2026-27). Standard undergraduate tuition for students entering 2024 or later (students who entered before 2024 pay $65,280); one rate for all undergraduate majors and all students. Estimate; excludes student activity, recreation and health and wellness fees, room a Source

Entry term is Fall. Early Decision I and II and Regular Decision are offered.

Early Decision I closes November 1 with decisions by mid-December; Early Decision II and Regular Decision close January 4, Regular Decision decisions by April 1. The application fee is $75. SAT/ACT scores are optional (recommended, not required).

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