Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Electrical Engineering in Philadelphia United States | Drexel University
Drexel University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,156
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
A doctoral program in electrical engineering equips you to tackle cutting-edge subjects in designing, building, and implementing components, devices, and systems that harness electricity and electromagnetism, positioning you to drive innovation in this fast-changing field. Electrical engineers significantly influence public safety, healthcare outcomes, environmental sustainability, transportation systems, computing technologies, and overall quality of life. Through this program, you'll explore innovative solutions to industrial and societal challenges that can be transformed by electronic technologies.
The Electrical Engineering PhD program has three primary objectives:
Provide comprehensive training that encompasses both the wide-ranging and specialized aspects of contemporary electrical engineering knowledge within your chosen focus area.
Cultivate advanced research skills through original investigation, faculty mentorship, and rigorous research methodology training.
Develop future leaders for academic, research, and industrial careers in the field.
Full-time students typically complete the Electrical Engineering PhD program in four to six years.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all of the colleges and universities that you have attended Please note that transcripts are required regardless of number of credits taken or if the credits were transferred to another school An admission decision may be delayed if you do not send transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
Standardized Test Scores
GRE test scores are not required
Test of English as a Foreign Language
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 90 or 577 or 233 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 6.5 the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 61 or the Duolingo Test Duolingo minimum score 110 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
Please write approximately 500 words explaining your reasons for pursuing a degree from Drexel your short-term and long-term career plans and how your background experience interest and or values when combined with a Drexel degree will enable you to pursue these goals successfully
Resume
Upload your resume as part of your admission application or through the Discover Drexel Portal after you submit your application
Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
Standardized Test Scores
GRE test scores are not required
Test of English as a Foreign Language
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 90 or 577 or 233 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 6.5 the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 61 or the Duolingo Test Duolingo minimum score 110 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
Please write approximately 500 words explaining your reasons for pursuing a degree from Drexel your short-term and long-term career plans and how your background experience interest and or values when combined with a Drexel degree will enable you to pursue these goals successfully
Resume
Upload your resume as part of your admission application or through the Discover Drexel Portal after you submit your application
Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Tuition
USD
24,156