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Online M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering Program Walkthrough


On-Demand Information Session: Online M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering


Learn about the online M.S. in Civil Engineering program from faculty and staff who know it best. This session covers curriculum details, career applications and admissions with insights from the department chair, our director of employer engagement and an enrollment specialist.

For additional questions or to have a one-on-one conversation, call us at (517) 300-3722.


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Key Takeaways


Flexible Curriculum

The coursework is 100% online, and you can complete it all in one to two years. See the curriculum.

Earn a Graduate Certificate Through Electives

Students can use their electives to earn a Graduate Certificate in Secure and Connected Cyber-Physical Systems or in Semiconductor Manufacturing, Processing, and Devices. See what topics you’ll learn in our courses.

Eight Focus Areas

Students have the option to specialize in:

  • Computing, Algorithms, Embedded Systems, and Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Networking
  • Electromagnetics
  • Energy and Power Systems
  • Materials and Devices
  • Micro and Nanoelectronics and VLSI
  • Robotics and Controls
  • Signal Processing and Communications

We also offer a general track that allows you to explore multiple areas of electrical and computer engineering. Find out more about focus areas.

Fully Online Format

The program requires 30 credit hours, typically completed through 10 three-credit courses. Online delivery allows students to maintain professional commitments while progressing through coursework. Start dates are available in spring, summer and fall terms. See the next start date.

Standard Application Requirements

Standard Application Requirements When you apply, you’ll complete an application, provide copies of your transcripts and include a brief personal statement and an academic statement. We also ask for three letters of recommendation. Review full application requirements*.

*International students have additional requirements. Please visit our international students page for this information.



“It really was a no-brainer to choose MSU — when I saw that the M.S. in ECE program was asynchronous, online and from MSU, it all made sense. The program definitely gave me a leg-up in my career. It also helped me understand the more technical side of things.”

Kayla Haines
MSU M.S. in ECE Student


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