Program Overview
The Electrical Engineering at University of Maryland Baltimore County is a MSc programme in Engineering over 60 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Baltimore, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Linear Systems Theory
- Probability and Random Processes
- Detection and Estimation Theory
- Information Theory
- Solid-State Electronics
- Semiconductor Devices
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Lasers
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admissions decisions to UMBC\xc2\x92s Graduate School are based on the following criteria:
Bachelor\'s Degree
B.S. degree from an ABET-accredited undergraduate program in electrical engineering, or a strong academic record in computer science, mathematics, physics, or other areas of engineering or science
Minimum GPA
A minimum undergraduate Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. A slightly lower undergraduate GPA may be acceptable by some programs, especially if the applicant already has a graduate degree.GRE Requirement:
- Official GRE scores are necessary for most programs and must be less than 5 years old
- The Graduate School is not responsible for waiving the GRE requirement
- Minimum GRE scores vary by program
- The UMBC institution code for the GRE is 5835
- UMBC Training Centers offers classes on GRE Test Preparation
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland Baltimore County directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Maryland Baltimore County
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, United States
University of Maryland Baltimore County is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 60 months
