PhD Electrical and Computer Engineering at University of Arizona

Programme overview

Ph.D. students in the Electrical & Computer Engineering program don't just participate in research - these visionary problem-solvers lead the charge, developing new technology and innovating better systems for wireless communication, smart grids, big data, cloud computing, solar energy and more. Your doctoral program of study draws from both coursework and hands-on, interdisciplinary research, while also connecting you to a robust entrepreneurial community.

Faculty: College of Engineering | Duration: 6 years / 63 units | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tucson, AZ, United States

What you will study

Post-M.S. Option Major Coursework Must submit the Draft Plan of Study by the end of first semester. 36 units of graduate coursework (5xx or 6xx)* subject to the following limitations: At least 12 units completed at the UA after an ECE master’s degree. At least 9 units for a regular grade completed at the UA after an ECE master’s degree.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate College minimum (applies to all programmes; departments may add requirements): regionally accredited bachelor's degree or comparable international degree and a minimum 3.00 GPA for degree programmes on a 4.00 scale. The Graduate College does not require the GRE, though individual programmes may. Programme-specific requirements are listed in the Graduate Admissions Guide.

Domestic applicants: USD 15,500 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

International applicants: USD 35,800 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Non-Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

Spring semester begins January 13 and fall semester begins August 23 for undergraduate international students; for graduate students spring begins January 14 and fall August 25.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.arizona.edu/admissions

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