Program Format
100% Online
10 Total Courses
(30 credits)
Top 30
Public University
Cost per Credit Hour
$29,850
Average completion time
Students can complete this program in one to two years
Upcoming Start Information
Start Date
May 12, 2025
App Deadline
April 28, 2025
Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering Overview
Our online Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering degree offers you a state-of-the-art curriculum informed by groundbreaking research. You’ll master cutting-edge concepts taught by globally recognized experts who are shaping tomorrow’s technology landscape.
This program isn’t about theory alone — it’s about solving real problems. Develop the technical skills to design innovative solutions in high-growth areas like autonomous vehicles, communication networks and semiconductor technology.
Turn your required electives into a valuable credential. Choose courses that align with our certificate options and graduate with both your master’s degree and a specialized graduate certificate with no additional cost or time.
The flexible curriculum supports your career goals, allowing you to focus on exactly what you need to advance. Choose your courses to specialize in the areas that matter most to your future, and graduate ready to lead technological transformation in your organization.
With the resources of a top-tier research institution, MSU’s online Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) program offers students the opportunity to explore topics at the cutting edge. Taught by expert faculty who have become pioneers within their disciplines, the electrical and computer engineering courses cover topics including:
- Sensing and control for autonomous vehicles
- Computer and communications networks
- Neural networks and deep learning
- Diamond devices and applications
- Advanced power systems
- Electronic circuit design
- Signal processing
- Electromagnetics
- Control systems
- Robotics
Learn more about the curriculum and courses.
Specialized Graduate Certificates: Focused Expertise, Fast
Accelerate your engineering career with MSU’s specialized graduate certificates:
- Secure and Connected Cyber-Physical Systems – Graduate Certificate
- Semiconductor Manufacturing, Processing, and Devices – Graduate Certificate
Each certificate delivers in-demand skills in just three courses. Take them standalone or apply them toward your master’s degree. Current M.S. in ECE students can earn these credentials through their elective choices — at no extra cost or time.
“With the push toward smaller, more sophisticated and, ultimately, more complex electrical devices, the most successful engineers have both the depth of expertise required by their disciplines and the broad expertise from other areas of engineering. MSU provides a collaborative atmosphere where students can find mentors in their disciplines and interact with leaders in numerous other engineering fields.”
John Papapolymerou
MSU ECE Chairperson and Foundation Professor
John Papapolymerou
MSU ECE Chairperson and Foundation Professor
Visit our faculty page to meet our experts.
Career Outlook
Build your career in Michigan and beyond. Our graduates have built successful careers across the United States with leaders in the automotive, technology, aerospace and manufacturing industries. MSU’s strong industry connections and cutting-edge curriculum prepare you to make an immediate impact in companies driving technological innovation.
32%
Professionals with a master’s degree in computer engineering earn 32% more than those without this credential.
— Payscale
Your MSU professors don’t just lecture — they mentor you personally and help you connect with industry leaders. Our faculty’s cutting-edge research and real-world insights prepare you for rapid career advancement while the College of Engineering’s multidisciplinary approach gives you the exact skills employers seek in technical leaders.
Top Employers of ECE Graduates:
- Automotive Leaders: General Motors, Eaton Corporation
- Tech Giants: Amazon, Texas Instruments, NXP Semiconductors
- Aerospace Innovators: GE Aerospace, GE Aviation
- Global Manufacturers: Whirlpool, ON Semiconductor, KLA
- Emerging Tech: Model Medicines, Monolithic Power Systems, Coherix
Admission Summary
All it takes is three simple steps:
Step 1: Complete the online application:
It only takes 10 minutes to get started, and your application saves automatically so you can come back to it whenever you’d like.
Step 2: Submit your documents:
- Official transcripts from all previous universities
- Three letters of recommendation
- Academic statement (two pages discussing your graduate study plans)
- Personal statement (two pages introducing us to your background and motivation)
Step 3: Pay application fee:
- $65 domestic students
- $75 international students
Learn more about our admission journey on the admission page.
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