MS Electrical Engineering at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The MS in Electrical Engineering covers communications and signal processing, networking, computer engineering, power engineering, semiconductor devices and quantum electronics, and circuits and VLSI. Most graduate courses run in the late afternoon or evening to suit working engineers on Long Island, and students can join experimental and theoretical research programmes.

Faculty: College of Engineering and Applied Sciences | Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering | Duration: Minimum 30 graduate credits (thesis or non-thesis option) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

At least 30 graduate credits with a 3.0 GPA, via a non-thesis option (minimum eight regular courses plus practicum credit) or a thesis option (at least six credits of master's research and a thesis). Core courses include Linear Systems, Stochastic Systems, Solid-State Electronics or Nanoelectronics, Integrated Electronic Devices and Circuits, Applied Electromagnetics, Communication Systems, Computer Architecture, Digital Signal Processing and Advanced VLSI Systems Design.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering or computer science from an accredited institution (outstanding applicants from other technical or scientific fields considered, possibly with make-up coursework). Minimum GPA of B in all engineering, mathematics and science courses. GRE V150, Q159, WA3 (if required by the Graduate School). TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.5 for international applicants. Three recommendation letters. Acceptance by both the department and the Graduate School.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are for fall entry with funding consideration; deadlines and any other entry terms vary by program.

Graduate School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Applications are submitted online through the Slate portal. Minimum cumulative GPA 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; GRE scores are listed on the application checklist and three letters of recommendation are required. Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Apply through the official page: https://www.stonybrook.edu/grad/admissions/apply-graduate-programs.html

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