M.Eng. Degree
Electrical and Computer Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
The ECE M.Eng. is a self-supported, professional master’s degree for students and professionals interested in expanding their technical knowledge in electrical and computer engineering. The program prepares graduates for higher-paying, specialized roles and enables students to stay up-to-date on the latest tools and techniques in the field.
Offered online and on-campus, the University of Illinois makes it easy for students and professionals looking to move forward in their careers, break into management roles, switch engineering specialties and learn advanced skills from world-class faculty, industry leaders and experts in a rapidly changing field.
On campus M.Eng. applications are closed
Online M.Eng. applications are open until June 1
On-campus vs. online
The ECE Master of Engineering is offered as an in-person and online program to allow students to complete the degree in the mode most suitable for their needs. Both programs offer newly developed courses in emerging topics such as robotics, machine learning, quantum computing and more.
ON-CAMPUS
Students in the on-campus M.Eng. program join us at our renowned home in Champaign-Urbana. Expand your knowledge and experience while enjoying all the amenities a large university has to offer.
On-campus students are expected to complete all degree requirements in two to three continuous semesters (fall and spring terms only).
ONLINE
All requirements for the online M.Eng. can be completed entirely online, eliminating the need for moving and commuting. Faculty hold dedicated virtual office hours for online students.
Students can complete this degree at their own pace. Most online M.Eng. students will be able to complete all degree requirements in five years or less.
- Bachelor's degree in ECE or a related field.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) from an accredited institution.
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose (1-2 pages)
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- GRE scores are not required, but preferred. Submit if available.
- TOEFL/IELTS scores (international students only)
- AI and machine learning
- Power and energy systems
- Signal processing and communications
- Computer systems and hardware design
- Electromagnetics, optics and photonics
- Control systems, robotics and automation
- Cybersecurity and reliable computing
- Data science and big data analytics
- Biomedical engineering and imaging
- Nanotechnology and quantum systems
Tuition & Financial Information
Calculate the cost of both the online and on-campus M.Eng. programs with the Illinois Cost Calculator.
The M. Eng. in Electrical and Computer Engineering is a self-funded program where students are responsible for paying their tuition and fees. Students in this program are not eligible for Board of Trustee (BOT) tuition-waiver-generating assistantships at the University of Illinois.
An advanced degree is a significant investment in your future. While our total program cost is lower than comparable programs, we recognize that most students will seek outside funding. Our students have successfully covered or greatly offset the cost of their degree through merit-based scholarships, federal financial aid, veterans' education benefits and employer tuition reimbursement.
“My ECE M.Eng. journey was a game changer in my career and introduced me to integrated circuits. The coursework meets industry standards, helped me land my job at Intel after graduation and still helps me perform my everyday job duties.”
Divya Gopinath, SOC Design Engineer at Intel Corporation
“The ECE M.Eng. program allowed me to explore areas beyond my primary focus. The program’s alumni connections and support for international students helped me secure Software Engineer internships at Meta and Google.”
Jinxin Li, Software Engineer at Meta
Stacy Crusius
M.Eng. Program Coordinator/Academic Advisor
(217) 300-3209
slwalker@illinois.edu
Tim Tiger
M.Eng. Academic Advisor
ttiger@illinois.edu
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