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ME Electrical Engineering at University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina, United States

Programme overview

Non-thesis advanced degree preparing graduates for careers in power systems, aerospace, automotive and industrial manufacturing, and for professionals broadening their knowledge.

Faculty: Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing  |  Department: Electrical Engineering  |  Duration: 30 credit hours of coursework (non-thesis)  |  Intake: Fall, Spring  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Columbia, SC, United States

What you will study

30 hours of coursework with tracks in wireless communications, power, energy and control, or electronic devices and materials. Research areas include communication and electromagnetics, decision and control, electronic materials and devices, and power and energy systems. Tools include Ansys HFSS and Keysight Advanced Design Systems, an RF electronics lab and an industrial control lab.

Career pathways

Electrical engineer, electrical project manager, electronics engineer, systems engineer, hardware engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Baccalaureate in electrical engineering or a related field with at least a B average. Required: transcripts, CV/resume, personal statement, 2 letters of recommendation. Preferred deadlines: March 1 (fall/summer), September 1 (spring). Admission is competitive.

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 accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer terms; Fall applications open the prior September, Spring applications open in January and Summer applications open in May.

The graduate application fee is $50 per primary application, reinstated effective August 1, 2026. Deadlines are programme-specific. The Moore School of Business, the Arnold School of Public Health and the College of Nursing use their own applications; the Moore School charges an additional $50 application fee for graduate programmes.

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