Study Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering at University of Massachusetts - Lowell in the USA, Francis College of Engineering
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Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering

USA

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What will I learn?

Advance your expertise with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. Conduct leading-edge research in power systems, telecommunications, nanotechnology and more. Pursue groundbreaking innovation in areas such as signal processing, power systems, wireless communications, control systems and nanotechnology with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from UMass Lowell. Designed for students passionate about advancing technology through research, this program prepares you to become an academic, industry or government leader. You'll work alongside expert faculty from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering who are engaged in cutting-edge research and committed to mentoring doctoral students. Our program emphasizes theoretical depth and practical application, giving you the skills to address real-world engineering challenges with sophisticated solutions.The primary goal of the Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering is to provide a research intensive program with the rigorous course work to strengthen the student's knowledge in the fundamentals of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The programs include advanced graduate coursework in Electrical/Computer Engineering and allied subjects and research culminating in a doctoral dissertation.A complete description of the doctoral programs are found in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Doctoral Student Handbook which is updated annually and available from the department office.

Which department am I in?

Francis College of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (7 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$29,250.00 per year
Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00
Start date

September 2027

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

Full Time (7 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$29,250.00 per year
Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00
Start date

January 2027

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

  • Statement of Purpose: Outline goals, experience and achievements (max 2 pages)
  • Letters of Recommendation: Two (2) for master's, three (3) for doctoral applicants.
  • Transcripts: You may apply with unofficial transcripts, but if accepted, official transcripts are required.
  • Test Scores: The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is required for Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programs. GRE scores are not required for masters programs. Applicants to masters programs may submit GRE scores if they wish, but doing so is optional. Please send test scores to EngineeringCAS using school code 4530.

All materials must be received before your application is reviewed. To add documents before review, log in and select “Program Materials.”

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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