The department offers programs leading to the Master of Science and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees with a major in electrical and computer engineering. These programs prepare students for careers in research and development in such areas as biomedical engineering; circuit design, VLSI, & CAD; communication systems; computer networks, distributed computing, & computer architecture; computer vision & robotic systems, control systems; digital signal & image processing; electromagnetics, microwave, & antennas; microelectronic devices & processing; microelectronic packaging & interconnects; optics; remote sensing & telemetering; and software, simulation & information systems.
Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global
Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global
The Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global is a Full Time PhD program offered on the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus in United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 5 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 22, 2027.
About Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD)
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global
Entry Requirements
Ph.D. Minimum Admission Requirements
There are two options in the Ph.D. program: the post-M.S. option and the direct option.
The minimum admission requirements for the Ph.D. program are as follows:
• Admission to the Post-M.S. Option requires a master's degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, Computer Science, or Optics.
• Admission to the Direct Option requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, Computer Science, or Optics. An exceptional record is required for admission into the Ph.D. Direct Option. This option is not available to students who have already completed at least one semester under the UA ECE master's program. This option is not available to students who have already completed a master's degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, Computer Science, or Optics.
• Grade-point average must be competitive.
• GRE scores must be competitive (incl. Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing). Exceptions for the PhD program requirement may be made for applicants who have completed a BS or MS degree in ECE or a related field at a U.S. university.
• Applicants whose native language is not English are required by the Graduate College to submit a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT). See the UA Graduate Catalog for a discussion of exemptions.
- 3 letters or recommendation are required, the letter must be on letterhead and signed by the recommender.
GRE scores must be competitive (incl. Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing).GRE scores must be competitive (incl. Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing). Exceptions for the PhD program requirement may be made for applicants who have completed a BS or MS degree in ECE or a related field at a U.S. university.
TOEFL for international students.
Graduate Research assistantships
Graduate Teaching assistantships
Fellowships and scholarships
Domestic Applicants:
- Fall: Applications may be submitted at any time. However, please allow at least six weeks of processing time after all required documents have been submitted before an admission decision is made. Most applications for Fall admission are received in December, admission decisions usually begin near the end of January,
and offers of financial support usually begin near the end of February. After that time, the availability of funding diminishes. Therefore, the recommended deadline for receipt of the application is as follows: Recommended Deadline for Applicants Seeking Financial Support: Spring-July 15: Fall-December 15. - Spring: July 15
International Applicants:
- Fall: Applications may be submitted at any time. However, please allow at least six weeks of processing time after all required documents have been submitted before an admission decision is made. Most applications for Fall admission are received in December, admission decisions usually begin near the end of January,
and offers of financial support usually begin near the end of February. After that time, the availability of funding diminishes. Therefore, the recommended deadline for receipt of the application is as follows: Recommended Deadline for Applicants Seeking Financial Support: Spring-July 15: Fall-December 15. - Spring: July 15
International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.
4832
ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 4832
NRC Taxon(a) for this program: Electrical and Computer Engineering
English Requirements
- PTEMin 60
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 79
English Program Requirements
Tuition and Fee Information for Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global
Application Fee 85
How to Apply for Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global
- International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
- International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
- Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
- Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
- Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
- University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.
Electrical & Computer Engineering (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global
The University of Arizona Global
United States of America, Tucson