Electrical Engineering MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

    Electrical Engineering MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

    Electrical Engineering MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

    The Electrical Engineering MS at University of Wisconsin Madison is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Madison , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on September 7, 2027.

    About Electrical Engineering MS

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    • Introduction to COE and ECE
    • ECE M.S. Degree Options

    Introduction to COE and ECE

    Master's students in the College of Engineering (COE) are among an elite group of people who have chosen to advance their education at one of the premier engineering colleges in the country. The academic programs in UWMadisons College of Engineering are highly ranked, and our faculty are widely recognized as leaders in their fields. Here you will find a community in which you will excel. You will find faculty, staff, and peer students who are supportive and committed to your success. You will find rigorous coursework that will prepare you to achieve your goals. You will experience an environment highly conducive to collaborationand you will meet faculty with a broad range of research interests and connections both on campus and around the world.

    The vision of the ECE department is to improve the world through global leadership in electrical and computer engineering research, education, technology transfer, and service to society.

    In partnership with our students, it is the mission of the ECE department to:

    • Educate and inspire future leaders who contribute to society through the creation, application, and transfer of electrical and computer engineering knowledge.
    • Expand knowledge through research into new technologies, design methods, and analysis techniques.
    • Serve the state of Wisconsin, our nation, and the world with electrical and computer engineering expertise.

    ECE M.S. Degree Options

    ECE offers four master's degree named option programs that lead to the M.S. Electrical Engineering degree:

    • Researchtraditional two-year master's program culminating in a thesis or research project.
    • Professionalaccelerated, course-based master's program with the opportunity to choose a specialty area.
    • Machine Learning and Signal Processingaccelerated, course-based master's program tailored to the area of machine learning and signal processing.
    • Power Engineeringonline, off-campus program in power engineering designed for working professionals.
    1. Demonstrate a strong understanding of mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles in the field.
    2. Demonstrate an ability to formulate, analyze, and independently solve advanced engineering problems.
    3. Apply the relevant scientific and technological advancements, techniques, and engineering tools to address these problems.
    4. Recognize and apply principles of ethical and professional conduct.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Electrical Engineering MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

    Entry Requirements

    A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution is required. International applicants must have a degree comparable to a regionally accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree. You must have completed your undergraduate degree, or similar, before starting graduate school.

    A minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours (approximately two years of work) or a master’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required. Applicants from an international institution must demonstrate strong academic achievement comparable to a 3.00 for an undergraduate or master’s degree. The Graduate School will use your institution’s grading scale. Do not convert your grades to a 4.00 scale.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 93

    English Program Requirements

    Every applicant whose native language is not English, or whose undergraduate instruction was not in English, must provide an English proficiency test score. TOEFL scores must be submitted electronically via ETS. IELTS scores can be submitted electronically or by paper.  Our office address is: UW-Madison Graduate School, Office of Admissions, 232 Bascom Hall, 500 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI 53706.  Your score will not be accepted if it is more than two years old from the start of your admission term. Country of citizenship does not exempt applicants from this requirement. Language of instruction at the college or university level and how recent the language instruction was taken are the determining factors in meeting this requirement.

    Applicants are exempt if:

    Tuition and Fee Information for Electrical Engineering MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

    Application Fee 60
    Electrical Engineering MS at University of Wisconsin Madison
    University of Wisconsin Madison
    University of Wisconsin Madison
    United States of America

    United States of America, Madison

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