Stony Brook University campus

Engineering

PhD Computer Engineering at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Computer Engineering requires major and minor area coursework, advancement to candidacy, a preliminary examination, a dissertation of original scholarly work and a defense before a committee of at least four members.

Faculty: College of Engineering and Applied Sciences  |  Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering  |  Duration: Time limit 7 years after 24 graduate credits in the department  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

At least 14 regular courses (42 credits) beyond the BS (as few as six with a prior MS in ECE or related area), including three major-area courses with GPA 3.5 and one or two minor-area courses, plus the ESE 697 teaching practicum.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering or computer science (outstanding applicants in other technical fields considered); minimum GPA of B in 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 the Department and the Graduate School. Requirements are for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate programmes.

Requirements published at program group level.

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 School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Explore more study programmes

Engineering

BA Earth & Space Sciences

Stony Brook University, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
First-year entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027. Transfer entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027.

Engineering

BA Environmental Studies

Stony Brook University, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
First-year entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027. Transfer entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027.

Engineering

BE Biomedical Engineering

Stony Brook University, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
First-year entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027. Transfer entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027.

Engineering

BE Civil Engineering

Stony Brook University, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
First-year entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027. Transfer entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027.

Engineering

BE Computer Engineering

Stony Brook University, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
First-year entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027. Transfer entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027.

Engineering

BE Electrical Engineering

Stony Brook University, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
First-year entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027. Transfer entry terms: Fall 2027 and Spring 2027.

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.