Kingston,
RI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Electrical Engineering - Communication Theory in Kingston United States | University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island
|
Kingston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,952
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
This research-focused Ph.D. program provides diverse specialization options in electrical, computer, and biomedical engineering. Candidates must complete at least 72 credits beyond their bachelor's degree. Up to 30 credits from a master's degree can be applied, with the remaining credits divided between coursework and dissertation research. Those entering with a relevant master's typically complete 18-24 dissertation credits, while students without one may take 18-30 (additional dissertation credits can be taken but won't count toward degree requirements). The program mandates both a qualifying exam and a comprehensive exam after finishing all coursework. All students must complete two credits of departmental seminars (ELE 601 and 602), which don't count toward the 42 credits required post-master's.
Available Classes
Kingston Campus
Day and Evening Sessions
Program Duration
Full-time: 2 years
Part-time: 4-5 years
Admission Terms
Fall/Spring/Summer
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
GRE and M.S. degree or equivalent in electrical, computer, or biomedical engineering, physics, mathematics, or computer science, or a related field. Exceptional candidates may be admitted directly from the B.S. degree.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the undergraduate career that can be confirmed with official transcripts from the institution (some programs may require a higher or lower GPA).
TOEFL iBT - An overall score of 80 or above
Reading: 19 ,Writing: 18, Listening: 17, Speaking: 18
The minimum score on the Paper-based TOEFL is 550.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): All scores must be sent directly to URI. Required minimum score of 6.5, AND minimum scores in the following areas:
Reading: 6.5, Writing: 6.5, Listening: 6.5, Speaking: 6.5
Duolingo English Test: Required minimum score of 105
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required minimum score of 6.5. IELTS scores must be sent directly to URI.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the undergraduate career that can be confirmed with official transcripts from the institution (some programs may require a higher or lower GPA).
TOEFL iBT - An overall score of 80 or above
Reading: 19 ,Writing: 18, Listening: 17, Speaking: 18
The minimum score on the Paper-based TOEFL is 550.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): All scores must be sent directly to URI. Required minimum score of 6.5, AND minimum scores in the following areas:
Reading: 6.5, Writing: 6.5, Listening: 6.5, Speaking: 6.5
Duolingo English Test: Required minimum score of 105
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required minimum score of 6.5. IELTS scores must be sent directly to URI.
Tuition
USD
31,952