Electrical and Computer Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering—Electrical Engineering (M.S.E.)

Apply scientific and engineering principles to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems; utilize modern methodologies and tools in the problem solving process; and effectively communicate.

Electrical and Computer Engineering
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5329 USA
(269) 276-3150

Is the 30-33 credit hour master's program right for me?

Are you seeking to complete an advanced degree to make an impact in your current organization or perhaps you want to finish before launching your professional career? Western has two options:

  • 33-credit-hour course work option: The master’s degree requirement is 33 graduate credit hours with the course work option, at least 17 credits (minimum of 50%) must be taken at the 6000-level and electives must be approved by the department.
  • 30-credit-hour thesis option: 24 hours of approved courses, six hours of ECE 7000: Master’s Thesis and successful thesis defense.

Admissions

Students applying to the WMU M.S.E. in electrical engineering are not required to submit GRE scores. Graduate applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. For domestic applicants, this typically occurs within two to four weeks after all documents have been received. For international applicants, this typically occurs within four to six weeks after all documents have been reviewed. Each application receives a holistic review; the committee considers all the credentials of an applicant and does not base a decision on any one item. There are other factors that also impact decisions, including the pool of applicants, open seats, etc. You are encouraged to submit and complete your application as soon as you can.
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How can I fund my graduate degree?

Graduate education can be expensive. At Western, we strive to help make it affordable. You can fund your graduate degree through federal aid, loans, scholarships, grants, research assistantships, teaching assistantships and more.
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Learn about electrical engineering assistantships
Applying as well as studying theory is an essential element of engineering education.
—Dr. Damon Miller, associate professor

Your research opportunities

When you pursue advanced degrees in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at WMU, you may participate in research with faculty and other graduate students in multiple areas that impact people and the world.

 

Accelerated M.S.E. for WMU undergraduates

As a Western student, you can access more learning and save time in our accelerated master’s program. Weave graduate courses (up to 12 credits) into your WMU undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, and earn both your B.S.E. and M.S.E. in just five years.
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Contact Kyle Manninen, academic advisor