Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Electrical Engineering in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,880
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Electrical Engineering Ph.D. program cultivates professionals with a deep appreciation for the field's significance. This doctoral curriculum equips students to pinpoint research topics within electrical engineering, critically review literature, formulate theories, conduct experiments, and design methodologically sound investigations. Upon completion, graduates possess advanced analytical abilities and core competencies essential for electrical and computer engineering careers. The program prepares individuals for diverse roles across engineering firms, academic institutions, research centers, government bodies, and non-profit sectors. Temple University's College of Engineering offers this terminal degree for aspiring engineering educators, researchers, and technical specialists, emphasizing research development and experimental design in electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. Ph.D. students engage in cross-disciplinary research initiatives, with potential collaborations spanning various Engineering disciplines, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and the Medical School. The intimate scale of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department fosters strong faculty connections and productive partnerships. Faculty maintain an accessible open-door approach, encouraging regular consultations about academic inquiries, independent research ideas, or career advancement. Students also build tight-knit relationships within their diverse cohort, representing varied cultural and national backgrounds. The program provides access to cutting-edge electrical engineering skills through federally supported research partnerships with local industries.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A master's degree is not required, but preferred.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required.
University regulations stipulate that the applicant must have earned a 3.0 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale in her/his undergraduate studies, but admission exceptions are made for a variety of circumstances. (See Graduate School Policy 02.23.11.03.) The ECE Graduate Program Director helps the applicant navigate the admission possibilities and assists in the assessment of her/his overall educational qualifications with respect to the departmental requirements for the Ph.D. program.
Statement of Goals: Describe your relevant technical experiences, career goals, and specific research interests in one to two pages.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. Scores must be no more than 5 years in advance of the application date. (See Graduate School Policy 02.23.12.) Applicants who require a waiver of the GRE should consult the ECE Graduate Program Director concerning the mechanics and consequences of obtaining an exception.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL Paper Total Score - 550
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required.
University regulations stipulate that the applicant must have earned a 3.0 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale in her/his undergraduate studies, but admission exceptions are made for a variety of circumstances. (See Graduate School Policy 02.23.11.03.) The ECE Graduate Program Director helps the applicant navigate the admission possibilities and assists in the assessment of her/his overall educational qualifications with respect to the departmental requirements for the Ph.D. program.
Statement of Goals: Describe your relevant technical experiences, career goals, and specific research interests in one to two pages.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. Scores must be no more than 5 years in advance of the application date. (See Graduate School Policy 02.23.12.) Applicants who require a waiver of the GRE should consult the ECE Graduate Program Director concerning the mechanics and consequences of obtaining an exception.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL Paper Total Score - 550
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Tuition
USD
34,880