University Park,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Electrical Engineering- Programming Languages and Compilers in University Park United States | Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University
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University Park United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
43,266
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Ongoing research focuses on programming languages and compiler development for multicore systems, specialized domain programming, information security protocols, differential privacy mechanisms, software hardening through compilers, error detection techniques, binary code examination, persistent language features, compiler-architecture synergy, and programming language solutions for energy-efficient systems. The PhD candidate will aim to build their research profile, demonstrating expertise through laboratory work and analytical methods, while gaining experience in publishing original findings in conferences and peer-reviewed journals. The Electrical Engineering Department encourages applications from outstanding students holding bachelor's or master's degrees in electrical engineering or related STEM fields. The program requires completion of 39 technical course credits and two colloquium credits beyond the undergraduate degree.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Statement of Purpose (must be uploaded): A description of relevant experiences, technical interests, and the proposed field of study.
R'sum (must be uploaded) outlining educational background, professional experience, awards, honors, and publications.
Three (3) letters of recommendation (must be uploaded by references). You will be providing the names and contact information for your references in the online application. Official GRE Scores (sent to Penn State by ETS) (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing) from the Graduate Record Examination General Test (GRE). Submit scores to Institution Code 2660. Order these early they can take up to a month to reach us. Note: GRE scores are optional for applications for fall 2023 semester. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 600 for the paper-based test, 250 for the computer-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the Internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 17 and 18 may be considered for provisional admission, which requires an institutional test of English proficiency upon first enrollment and, if necessary, remedial course work. The minimum composite score for the IELTS is 6.5.
R'sum (must be uploaded) outlining educational background, professional experience, awards, honors, and publications.
Three (3) letters of recommendation (must be uploaded by references). You will be providing the names and contact information for your references in the online application. Official GRE Scores (sent to Penn State by ETS) (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing) from the Graduate Record Examination General Test (GRE). Submit scores to Institution Code 2660. Order these early they can take up to a month to reach us. Note: GRE scores are optional for applications for fall 2023 semester. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 600 for the paper-based test, 250 for the computer-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the Internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 17 and 18 may be considered for provisional admission, which requires an institutional test of English proficiency upon first enrollment and, if necessary, remedial course work. The minimum composite score for the IELTS is 6.5.
Tuition
USD
43,266