Master of Electrical Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno
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    Master of Electrical Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno

    University of Nevada, Reno
    University of Nevada, Reno
    United States of America
    United States of America, Reno
    University Rank:#1001
    Master of Electrical Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno

    The Electrical Engineering is a Master degree offered by University of Nevada, Reno at its main campus in Reno , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 28, 2027.

    About Master of Electrical Engineering

    The electrical and biomedical engineering department offers graduate programs leading to both the master of science and the doctor of philosophy degrees in electrical and biomedical engineering.

    Emphases in the department include:

    • Image and signal analysis
    • Electromagnetics and microwaves,
    • Optical communication
    • Power and 
    • Biomedical engineering

    Graduate course work and research opportunities are available in the following areas:

    • Biosensors and Actuators
    • Integrated Bio-analytical Systems
    • Wireless Networks and Communications
    • Biomedical Image Processing
    • Microprocessor Design and Applications
    • Antenna Design and Analysis
    • Microwave Devices and Distribution Systems
    • Bioelectromagnetics
    • Optical Fiber Communications and Sensors
    • Microwave Integrated Circuits
    • Power System Simulation, Planning and Protection
    • Renewable Energy Integration and Smart Grid Applications
    • Power Electronics and Electric Drives
    • Power Conversion
    • Control Systems
    • Unmanned Autonomous Systems
    • Signal Processing

    It is strongly recommended that prospective electrical engineering professionals take at least one year of graduate study. Both the undergraduate and graduate curricula at the university are designed to offer students the range of education needed for leadership in the profession, as well as knowledge of the physical sciences and basic professional techniques.

    Disciplines

    Engineering

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Electrical Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno

    Entry Requirements

    Below are the requirements for international applicants:

    1. Bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution
    2. Eligibility for admission with a 3-year bachelor's degree are determined on a case by case basis
    3. Minimum undergraduate grade point average (on a 4.0 scale):
      • 2.75 for a master’s degree
      • 3.0 for a doctoral degree
    4. Online application
    5. Official transcripts (statement of marks) from every institution attended for a complete history of your education. Certified English translations of all transcripts must be submitted. Transcripts must be requested from the issuing institution, in the country of origin, in a sealed envelope by the graduating institution. This is important – applicants cannot be responsible for sealing the envelopes themselves. An official English translation should be included. Read the international FAQ to help you get your transcripts to the University of Nevada, Reno on time.
    6. Official GRE or GMAT test scores from an exam taken within the past 5 years (exam requirement and recommended scores are determined by individual programs)
    7. Official Duolingo, TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson, or Cambridge English exam scores if your educational history is from a non-English speaking country.*
      Minimum score requirements. (Please note: Your program may require higher scores than the Graduate School minimums.)
      1. Duolingo: 105
      2. TOEFL: 79 IBT (including Home Edition and Paper Edition) or 8.5 (Essentials)
      3. IELTS: 6.5 (academic version)
      4. Pearson (PTE): 59
      5. Cambridge: 176
    8. Your resume or curriculum vitae
    9. Statement of purpose
    10. Letters of recommendation, per program-specific requirements (your recommenders will be notified by email after you complete your online application.)

    After your admittance, the Office of International Students & Scholars will require information on your financial data and visa before you can register for classes, so get started early!

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 59
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Electrical Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno

    Application Fee 95

    How to Apply for Master of Electrical Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno

    1. Go to the application portal, create an account and complete all forms.
    2. Due to strong spam filters, we recommend that you do not use a work email address as your contact email.
    3. Upload and attach all required documents.
    4. Once you have submitted names and emails for recommendations, recommendation requests are automatically generated.
      Do not wait for recommendations to be returned. Continue with the application process in order to meet your deadline.
    5. Complete a Paypal payment for application: $60 domestic and $95 international. All fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
    6. Once your application and payment have been submitted, you cannot add documents.

    School code for TOEFL and GRE: 4844

    Master of Electrical Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno
    University of Nevada, Reno
    University of Nevada, Reno
    United States of America

    United States of America, Reno

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