Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Graduate programs in electrical and computer engineering offer studies in disciplines ranging from emerging nanoelectronic devices to complex sensing systems.The Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering is a 2-year program that offers opportunities to participate in local academic research led by university faculty.Students can incorporate Flex courses through University Without Walls to fulfill degree requirements. This hybrid format allows students to take some courses remotely while working, completing internships, or taking classes on a part-time basis. Please note that some courses are unavailable in certain formats or during certain semesters.The Field Experience Concentration requires students to conduct a full-time (20 hrsweek) experiential learning activity (internship, co-op, or practicum) over the course of a semester or minimum of two summer sessions (12 weeks) at an industrial company, government agency, or similar entity within the first year of joining the MS in ECE program.

The application for M.S. and Ph.D. programs in ECE can be accessed via the Graduate School's website. Only completed applications (with transcripts, resume, personal statement and recommendation letters) will be reviewed for admission by the ECE department.Processing of your application will be DELAYED if:all required materials are not submittedIf you would like to be considered for an assistantship or fellowship, be sure to complete the relevant portion of the application form.TOEFL scores must be sent by Educational Testing Services (ETS) directly to UMass Amherst Graduate School, code: 3917, no departmental code.GRE is waived for Fall 2024 admissionDue to the large volume of applicants to our graduate programs, we are UNABLE to give informal preliminary assessments or respond to status inquiries before April 15th for fall applicants.All final admissions decisions are made by the Graduate School. The Graduate School is solely responsible for informing all graduate applicants by letter of this decision.We have a large and extremely well-qualified applicant pool. Emphasis for admission is put on GPA, the personal statement (specified area of research interest), letters of recommendation, and previous degree curriculum. GPA's of our admitted applicants are generally above 3.25/4.0. Our faculty are looking for applicants with the highest potential for academic and research success.Current M.S. ECE students are expected to reapply for the Ph.D. degree, but current students do not need to submit credentials or pay the application fee. However, if there is a break in attendance between degree levels, payment of the application fee will be required. M.S. ECE students should submit current reference letters and a current statement of purpose