Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Western Washington University

The Electrical and Computer Engineering is a Master degree offered by Western Washington University on the WWU - Bellingham campus in Bellingham , 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 WWU - Bellingham campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from September 27, 2026.

About Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Provide advanced training in the theory and practice of electrical and computer engineering, and its application to real-world projects and solutions.
Engage students in cutting-edge research projects.
Challenge and support students to be creative problem-solvers and effective communicators who understand the impact of engineering and design in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
Support students pursuing a variety of post-graduate pathways, including careers in industry, academia, and government.

Prerequisites

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or related fields, who meet the requirements of the Graduate School, and who demonstrate strong promise of the ability to succeed in the program are invited to apply for admission to the graduate program in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Students seeking admission who have earned an undergraduate degree in a field adjacent to electrical and computer engineering may be required to take prerequisite undergraduate courses before they begin taking graduate classes in electrical and computer engineering.

Application Information

Admission Deadlines

Students are admitted into the MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering program fall quarter only. The priority deadline is February 1, though applications are accepted until April 15; applications received by the priority deadline will receive a response before April 15.

Teaching Assistantship (TA) Application Deadlines

Same as admission deadlines. Application requirements and forms are available from the Graduate School website.

Supporting Materials

A statement of purpose must accompany the application. This statement should describe the reasons and motivation for pursuing graduate study in electrical and computer engineering, technical and research interests, and future goals. GRE scores are not required.

Students applying for a TA position should additionally include a section in their statement addressing: (i) experiences working with learners, including any prior teaching or tutoring, (ii) how to best enable undergraduates to be successful learners, and (iii) how to foster an equitable learning environment for a diverse group of students.

Disciplines

College of Science and Engineering

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Western Washington University

Entry Requirements

Transcripts

You are required to upload a scanned or electronically generated unofficial transcript from each post-secondary institution attended as part of the application. Provide a copy of your diploma if your transcript does not list the degree awarded.

If you are admitted, a final, official transcript from each institution is still required before you can enroll. If your undergraduate degree is still in progress, please upload current transcripts at the time of application. If you are admitted and choose to attend WWU, you will be required to submit a final official transcript showing the award of the bachelor's degree prior to registration.

Documents must be issued within the last two years at the time of application.
To be considered official, transcripts must be in sealed envelopes prepared by the university or college; attested / certified copies prepared by the institution may be accepted if originals cannot be provided by the institution.
All transcripts and diplomas must be translated into English by the institution, Ministry of Education (or equivalent), or an accredited agency.

Credential Evaluation

This is NOT in lieu of official transcripts, but an additional requirement.

If your degree was earned outside the US or Canada, submit an official course-by-course credential evaluation. We accept both WES evaluations (standard course-by-course or ICAP), and Educational Perspectives evaluations through the CertiFile Certified Credential Attachment service.
- Note: If you choose to submit a WES evaluation, we recommend the ICAP product, because it includes verified copies of your official transcripts and eliminates the need to provide a separate official transcript to our office if you are admitted and choose to attend WWU.
- Please see Certifile Order Process for detailed information about ordering a degree evaluation through the CertiFile service.
You must have earned, or must be in the process of earning the equivalent to a four-year U.S. bachelor's degree prior to beginning the graduate program.
The degree-granting institution must be recognized by the Ministry of Education (or equivalent) in the country where the degree was earned.

Please contact the Graduate School office if you have questions or need clarification on these requirements. Applications cannot be sent to the department for admission consideration until all required documents are received.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 86

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Western Washington University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Western Washington University

Most materials, including unofficial transcripts, your statement of purpose, and writing samples (if required), are required to be uploaded at the time you submit your application. Preparing them in advance will expedite your process.

If you have questions about the application, please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance. Our staff is available Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (Pacific Time), at (360) 650-3170 or [email protected].

Master of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Western Washington University

Western Washington University

United States of America, Bellingham