Students will apply math and science to the design, development, and evaluation of semiconductors, as well as electrical, electronic, and power systems.
Electrical Engineering
Program Overview
The core curriculum focuses on areas that are practical, applicable to industry and beneficial to society. Course offerings in relevant subject areas include semiconductors, machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer and processor design, microelectronics, nanotechnology, networks, smart energy, power and mobility systems.
Course Work
Electrical engineering master of science students will complete core courses tailored to their specific research areas. Together, these courses establish a solid foundation for conducting research, applying findings in a practical setting, and leading to impactful industrial applications within the field. Scholarly work represents the culmination of the student’s learning and research under the close supervision of a thesis advisor to ensure academic rigor and relevance. A non-thesis option is available for those who are interested in an M.S. degree while working full-time. In lieu of a thesis, students will take 2 additional courses and a comprehensive examination.
| Degree | Hours | Thesis Option | Location |
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Degree M.S. | Hours 31 | Thesis Option Thesis | Location San Marcos |
Degree M.S. | Hours 31 | Thesis Option Non-Thesis | Location San Marcos |
Program Details
The program will address the need for highly qualified electrical engineers to lead innovative research and development activities. It will equip students with the essential skills in innovation, technology development and communication in several targeted and important fields of electrical engineering. A focused emphasis on advancements in semiconductor development, smart power and advanced computing and communications technologies. Critical contributing technologies include machine learning, artificial intelligence, advanced wireless communications, novel semiconductor materials and continued miniaturization of key functions.
Program Mission
The program educational objectives are designed to equip graduates with:
- Depth of technical knowledge in relevant areas of electrical engineering.
- Skills for conducting cutting-edge applied research and communications that advance the state-of-the-art in various areas of electrical engineering.
- Technology development and innovation that prepare students to tackle the challenges in multidisciplinary and diverse teams within academic and industrial organizations.
Career Options
Courses and research will prepare electrical engineering M.S. students for careers in industry, government agencies and national laboratories. The program will also prepare students for continuation towards a doctoral degree.
Program Faculty
The electrical engineering faculty's research areas include:
- machine learning and artificial intelligence
- thin film printable electronics
- advanced semiconductor materials and devices
- next-generation wireless communication
- smart energy and power systems
- smart systems and IoT
- computer engineering
The faculty publish in top journals, including:
- various Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers journals
- nature journals
- The Journal of Applied Physics
- The National Academy of Science
- various crystal growth journals
- American Chemical Society and the Materials Research Society journals
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Application Deadlines
| DEADLINES | U.S. CITIZEN | INTERNATIONAL |
| Fall - Priority | January 1 | January 1 |
| Fall - Standard | August 1 | June 1 |
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Admission Requirements
The items required for admission consideration are listed below. Additional information for applicants with international credentials can be found on our international webpages.
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Application
- completed online application
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Application Fee
- $55 nonrefundable application fee, OR
- $90 nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials
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Transcripts & GPA
- Baccalaureate degree in engineering, computer science, physics, technology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited university. (Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered. Visit our International FAQs for more information.)
- A copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted.
- A 2.75 overall GPA or a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses).
- Non-credit (leveling) course work may be required prior to admission into the program if the student lacks sufficient background course work. Any required leveling course work must be completed with grades of B or better prior to admission.
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Test Scores
GRE
- Official GRE (general test only) with competitive scores in the verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning and writing sections will be required. Texas State University students are exempt from this requirement.
Approved English Proficiency Exam Scores
Applicants are required to submit an approved English proficiency exam score that meets the minimum program requirements below unless they have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or the equivalent from a country on our exempt countries list.
- official TOEFL iBT scores required with a 78 overall
- official PTE scores required with a 52 overall
- official IELTS (academic) scores required with a 6.5 overall and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
- official Duolingo scores required with a 110 overall
- official TOEFL Essentials scores required with an 8.5 overall
This program does not offer admission if the scores above are not met.
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Documents & Other Requirements
- resume/CV detailing prior work experience, research experience, awards, scholarships, and other related qualifications
- statement of purpose (two pages) conveying research interests, plans for graduate study, and professional aspirations
- two letters of recommendation from non-related individuals familiar with the student’s scholarly work and/or relevant work experience
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