Electrical engineers apply a mastery of physics and mathematics to invent, innovate, and improve electrical systems in every modern industry. Along with civil, chemical, mechanical, and industrial engineers, electrical engineers use problem-solving skills honed in engineering courses to innovate in a variety of fields, including robotics, computer science, and mechanics.
In 2023, the average cost of an associate degree in engineering was $3,885, and a bachelor’s degree program cost $17,709. Most electrical engineers also complete a master’s degree, which costs an average of $20,513.
After graduation, electrical engineers earn a median annual wage of $106,950, more than twice the median annual wage for all professions ($48,060). Electrical engineers who design instruments and devices earn a median salary of $125,930, while those who specialize in semiconductor manufacturing earn a median annual wage of $144,960.
How to Choose an Electrical Engineering Degree Program
Choose your area of study
The area of electrical engineering you study depends on your desired educational focus. General electrical engineering degrees include Associate of Science (AS) in electrical engineering, Bachelor of Science (BS) in electrical engineering, and Master of Science (MS) in electrical engineering.
Students seeking a more specialized degree with more engineering core classes may choose a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) with a focus in electrical engineering or a Master of Engineering (MEng) with a focus in electrical engineering.
Many electrical engineering programs cross over into computer science coursework. If you’re interested in this specialty, choose a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering and computer science. You can also enroll in a combined bachelor’s and master’s in electrical engineering program, which allows you to finish two degrees in an accelerated amount of time.
Research schools and programs
Ensure that your chosen school and program are accredited by institutional and programmatic agencies, such as the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). These agencies confirm that your school meets academic standards and the electrical engineering program properly prepares students for careers in the electrical engineering field.
Once you’ve selected an accredited school and program, take a campus tour with your needs in mind. Determine whether you can secure undergraduate or graduate housing, and meet with professors from the school of engineering to determine whether the program is the right fit for you.
Prepare for tests and applications
To qualify for an associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, you’ll likely need high math scores on the SAT or ACT. Some graduate-level electrical engineering programs require applicants to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), while others consider it optional.
Other application materials needed by electrical engineering programs include:
- A letter of intent or a personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- A sealed transcript showing that you’ve earned the minimum GPA required
- A demonstration of your physics and mathematics skills and experience, including prerequisite courses, a thesis project from a previous degree program, or high math and science scores on entrance exams
Select your program
The best electrical engineering program for you depends on your career goals and desired coursework path. Choose a program offered in a college of electrical engineering for specialized electrical engineering courses. If you’re integrating your study in electrical engineering with computer science, find a program in a college of electrical and computer engineering. Talk to alums from the programs on your list, and ask questions about coursework and postgraduate careers or trajectories for furthering your education.
Determine how you’ll pay for your degree
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine how much financial aid you can obtain. After you’ve applied that number to your education budget, factor in costs like tuition, room and board, materials, and transportation. Contact your school’s financial aid office to learn about additional financial aid opportunities, particularly grants or scholarships for engineers.
Best 50 Accredited Electrical Engineering Degree Programs
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#1 College Factual
#1 USNews
#2 Best Accredited Colleges
#2 College Choice
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Cambridge, MA
Graduation Rate: 96%
Admission Rate: 4%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
124-132
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$925
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
617-253-7329
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
124-132
intelligent score 99.12
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Rankings
#1 Best Accredited Colleges
#2 College Factual
#3 USNews
#10 Bachelors Degree Center
#12 College Choice
School Information
Berkeley, CA
Graduation Rate: 94%
Admission Rate: 14%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $550
Non-Resident: $835
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
510-642-3214
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
intelligent score 97.92
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Rankings
#1 College Choice
#2 USNews
#6 College Factual
#8 Best Accredited Colleges
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Stanford, CA
Graduation Rate: 96%
Admission Rate: 4%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$1,028 - $1,714
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
650-723-3931
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
intelligent score 97.71
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Rankings
#1 Bachelors Degree Center
#4 College Choice
#5 USNews
#6 Best Accredited Colleges
#14 College Factual
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Atlanta, GA
Graduation Rate: 90%
Admission Rate: 16%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
127
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $508
Non Resident: $1,551
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
404-894-2000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
127
intelligent score 97.37
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Rankings
#7 USNews
#9 College Factual
#12 Bachelors Degree Center
#19 College Choice
#23 Best Accredited Colleges
School Information
Ann Arbor, MI
Graduation Rate: 93%
Admission Rate: 20%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
$128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $942
Non-Resident: $2,684
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
734-647-7000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
$128
intelligent score 96.78
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Rankings
#3 College Factual
#9 USNews
#15 Bachelors Degree Center
#16 College Choice
#18 Best Accredited Colleges
School Information
Pittsburgh, PA
Graduation Rate: 83%
Admission Rate: 14%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$898
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
412-268-2082
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
intelligent score 96.33
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Rankings
#4 Bachelors Degree Center
#4 USNews
#6 College Choice
School Information
Pasadena, CA
Graduation Rate: 94%
Admission Rate: 4%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120-121
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,027
accreditation
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
626-395-6341
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120-121
intelligent score 95.76
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Rankings
#6 USNews
#8 College Choice
#11 Bachelors Degree Center
#18 College Factual
School Information
Champaign, IL
Graduation Rate: 86%
Admission Rate: 60%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $749
Non-Resident: $1,626
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
217-333-0302
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 95.49
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Rankings
#2 Bachelors Degree Center
#11 College Choice
#11 USNews
#23 College Factual
#26 Best Accredited Colleges
School Information
Princeton, NJ
Graduation Rate: 98%
Admission Rate: 4%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,080
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
609-258-3034
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
intelligent score 95.18
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Rankings
#8 USNews
#12 College Factual
#17 College Choice
#38 Best Accredited Colleges
School Information
West Lafayette, IN
Graduation Rate: 77%
Admission Rate: 69%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
124
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
In-State: $607
Out-of-State: $1,782
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
765-494-3390
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
124
intelligent score 91.22
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Golden, CO
Graduation Rate: 81%
Admission Rate: 57%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $729
Non-Resident: $1,386
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
888-446-9489
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 90.7
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School Information
Austin, TX
Graduation Rate: 82%
Admission Rate: 29%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
125
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $540
Non-Resident: $1,922
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
512-475-7391
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
125
intelligent score 90.23
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Los Angeles, CA
Graduation Rate: 92%
Admission Rate: 11%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
121
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $505
Non-Resident: $790
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
310-825-3101
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
121
intelligent score 89.63
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Ithaca, NY
Graduation Rate: 96%
Admission Rate: 9%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$1,750
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
607-255-2792
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
intelligent score 89.58
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College Station, TX
Graduation Rate: 83%
Admission Rate: 64%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
$128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $555
Non-Resident: 1,732
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
979-845-7441
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
$128
intelligent score 88.77
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Philadelphia, PA
Graduation Rate: 97%
Admission Rate: 6%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$1,954
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
215-898-9670
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
intelligent score 88.14
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San Luis Obispo, CA
Graduation Rate: 84%
Admission Rate: 33%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $196 - $289
Non-Resident: $476 - $569
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
805-759-2311
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 87.95
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School Information
La Jolla, CA
Graduation Rate: 89%
Admission Rate: 34%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $391 - $403
Non-Resident: $1,017 - $1,050
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
858-822-4536
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
intelligent score 87.5
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School Information
Gainesville, FL
Graduation Rate: 88%
Admission Rate: 30%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $149
Non-Resident: $856
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
352-392-0911
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 87.29
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Throggs Neck, NY
Graduation Rate: 74%
Admission Rate: 74%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
In-State: $295
In-Region: $442
Out-of-State: $721
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
718-409-7221
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 87.06
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School Information
Rolla, MO
Graduation Rate: 70%
Admission Rate: 85%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $472 - $708
Non-Resident: $955 - $1,433
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
573-341-4519
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 87.05
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School Information
Houghton, MI
Graduation Rate: 72%
Admission Rate: 86%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
In-State: $682
Out-of-State: $1,519
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
888-688-1885
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 86.34
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School Information
Klamath Falls, OR
Graduation Rate: 51%
Admission Rate: 91%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
180
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $233
Non-Resident: $742
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
503-821-1245
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
180
intelligent score 86.27
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School Information
Bothell, WA
Graduation Rate: 77%
Admission Rate: 83%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
180
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $241
Non-Resident: $867
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
425-352-5000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
180
intelligent score 86.27
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Rankings
School Information
College Park, MD
Graduation Rate: 82%
Admission Rate: 52%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
In-State: $412
Out-Of-State: $1,616
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
301-405-0376
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
intelligent score 84.45
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Rankings
School Information
Houston, TX
Graduation Rate: 94%
Admission Rate: 9%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
$125
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,620
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
713-348-2852
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
$125
intelligent score 82.64
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Rankings
School Information
Columbia, MO
Graduation Rate: 70%
Admission Rate: 77%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $692
Non-Resident: $1,534
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
303-492-7327
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126
intelligent score 82.60
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Rankings
School Information
Boulder, CO
Graduation Rate: 70%
Admission Rate: 80%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $551
Non-Resident: $1,214
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
303-492-1411
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 82.54
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School Information
Utica, NY
Graduation Rate: 63%
Admission Rate: 77%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $295
Non-Resident: $780
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
315-792-7500
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 82.50
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School Information
Durham, NC
Graduation Rate: 96%
Admission Rate: 6%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
136
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,115
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
919-684-3214
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
136
intelligent score 80.44
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School Information
Newark, N
Graduation Rate: 81%
Admission Rate: 69%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $410 - $650
Non-Resident: $856 - $1,355
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
973-596-3000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 79.88
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School Information
Saint Louis, MO
Graduation Rate: 93%
Admission Rate: 13%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,573
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
314-935-5565
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
intelligent score 79.88
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Evanston, IL
Graduation Rate: 95%
Admission Rate: 7%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,025
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
847-491-3061
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 79.81
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School Information
Tacoma, WA
Graduation Rate: 75%
Admission Rate: 83%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
184
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $237 - $427
Non-Resident: $780 - $1,405
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
253-692-4742
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
184
intelligent score 78.76
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School Information
San Jose, CA
Graduation Rate: 75%
Admission Rate: 84%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
123
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $294 - $434
Non-Resident: $714 - $854
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
408-924-3950
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
123
intelligent score 78.62
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School Information
Terre Haute, IN
Graduation Rate: 83%
Admission Rate: 77%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
194
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$1,596
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
812-877-1511
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
194
intelligent score 78.38
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Rankings
School Information
Charlottesville, VA
Graduation Rate: 94%
Admission Rate: 21%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$488
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
434-924-4051
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 77.23
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Rankings
School Information
Los Angeles, CA
Graduation Rate: 93%
Admission Rate: 13%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
132
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,543
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
857-304-2092
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
132
intelligent score 77.13
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Rankings
School Information
Camden, NJ
Graduation Rate: 70%
Admission Rate: 79%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
123
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $456
Non-Resident: $1,081
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
856-225-6104
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
123
intelligent score 75.36
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Rankings
School Information
New York, NY
Graduation Rate: 94%
Admission Rate: 4%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126-129
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,184
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
212-854-3105
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
126-129
intelligent score 75.13
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Rankings
School Information
Platteville, WI
Graduation Rate: 56%
Admission Rate: 88%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
121
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
In-State: $274
Out-of-State: $647
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
877-897-5288
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
121
intelligent score 72.66
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Rankings
School Information
Pittsburgh, PA
Graduation Rate: 81%
Admission Rate: 67%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
130
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $659
Non-Resident: $1,258
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
814-269-7050
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
130
intelligent score 72.54
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Rankings
School Information
Notre Dame, IN
Graduation Rate: 97%
Admission Rate: 15%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
125
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,688
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
574-631-5480
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
125
intelligent score 71.79
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Rankings
School Information
Richardson, TX
Graduation Rate: 70%
Admission Rate: 87%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $555
Non-Resident: $1,405
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
972-883-2004
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 71.68
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Rankings
School Information
Madison, WI
Graduation Rate: 88%
Admission Rate: 60%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120-121
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $585
Non-Resident: $1,810
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
608-262-2473
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120-121
intelligent score 71.16
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Rankings
School Information
Huntsville, AL
Graduation Rate: 56%
Admission Rate: 74%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
125
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $346 - $462
Non-Resident: $1,012 - $1,350
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
205-348-6010
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
125
intelligent score 71.12
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Rankings
School Information
Blacksburg, VA
Graduation Rate: 85%
Admission Rate: 56%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
132
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $529
Non-Resident: $1,388
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
540-231-6267
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
132
intelligent score 70.55
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Rankings
School Information
Butte, MT
Graduation Rate: 58%
Admission Rate: 90%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
134
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Resident: $264
Non-Resident: $738
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-445-8324
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
134
intelligent score 70.19
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Rankings
School Information
Nashville, TN
Graduation Rate: 94%
Admission Rate: 7%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,567
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
615-322-7311
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
intelligent score 70.15
Award
Rankings
School Information
Cambridge, MA
Graduation Rate: 98%
Admission Rate: 4%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$1,988
accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
617-495-2833
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
128
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How we rank schools
This list features some of the best electrical engineering degree programs at top colleges across the country. Each school featured is a nonprofit, accredited institution — either public or private — with a high standard of academic quality for postsecondary education. The programs on our list are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), a reputable organization that assesses engineering programs for educational excellence.
We evaluated each school’s program on admission, retention, and graduation rates as well as tuition costs, faculty, reputation, and the resources provided for on-campus students. Then, we calculated the Intelligent Score on a scale of 0 to 100. Read more about our ranking methodology.
Next, we compared this comprehensive list of electrical engineering degree programs to a list of aggregated college rankings from reputable publications like U.S. News & World Report, among others, to simplify a student’s college search. We pored through these rankings so students don’t have to.
What Can You Expect From an Electrical Engineering Degree Program?
Electrical engineering programs focus on the physics of electricity to prepare graduates for work in that field. Undergraduate students take a combination of math, science, and engineering courses before branching into more specialized topics. Most coursework includes labs, individual and group projects and a capstone. Graduates can become licensed professional engineers after they take the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam, also known as the FE exam.
Potential courses you’ll take in an electrical engineering degree program
- Electromagnetics. Students review and deepen their understanding of electromagnetics, including electrostatics, magnetostatics, one-dimensional resonators, and the one-dimensional wave equation.
- Physics for Engineers. This physics course covers the fundamentals of physics, calculus, and vectors. It connects statistical physics and mechanics with advanced mathematical models.
- Electrical Circuits. This course on electrical circuits is a hands-on and theoretical class that encourages students to apply their understanding of direct current circuit analysis to real-life situations and lab projects.
- Robotics Programming. Students integrate their knowledge of electrical engineering with computer science concepts as they design, create, and program robotic units.
Electrical Engineering Degree Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to an electrical engineering degree program?
The school’s admissions website is the first place to look for application requirements for an electrical engineering degree program. Typically, the program will have its own application page, which includes deadlines and admissions prerequisites. You’ll also find potential course descriptions and application packet contents, which may include transcripts, admission tests, and a minimum GPA.
Contact your school’s admissions office or a program representative if you have additional questions about applying to an electrical engineering program, including early admissions possibilities.
How much does an electrical engineering degree cost?
In 2023, the average annual cost of an associate in electrical engineering was $3,885. For a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, students pay an average of $17,709 — $30,884 when you include the cost of room and board. A master’s in electrical engineering averaged $20,513 per year.
How long does it take to earn an electrical engineering degree?
A two-year associate degree in electrical engineering requires around 60 credit hours, with each school year’s schedule containing about 30 units. A bachelor’s program in electrical engineering requires 120 credit hours, which takes students four years to complete. Graduate degrees require an additional 30 to 60 credits after completing a bachelor’s degree and take one to two years.
You’ll find additional timelines available in many electrical engineering programs. Combined bachelor’s and master’s in electrical engineering programs allow students to earn their undergraduate and graduate degrees simultaneously, and accelerated engineering programs let them take more credit hours per semester or quarter. If you need a more flexible academic schedule, find a part-time program that takes a few more years to complete with fewer courses each grading period.