Graduate Admissions

Admissions to the UA Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate programs are handled online through the UA Graduate College. 

On-Campus Graduate Degrees
We have flexible options to match your goals. A customizable curriculum for Ph.D. and MS programs – including an accelerated master's degree and a direct-track Ph.D. program – that lets you focus on your interests!

Apply Today!

Interested in a snapshot of the UA ECE grad programs? Check out this one-page flyer:

• Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Programs (PDF)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering Accelerated Master's Program (PDF)

Application Deadlines

• Master of Science (M.S.) Program
  Fall Semester: December 15
  Spring Semester: July 15

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Program
  Fall Semester: December 15

Application Materials

The following documents should be submitted by digital upload via the application portal:

• A complete history of your collegiate education including academic transcripts and diplomas.
  • The Graduate College requires that you report all colleges and universities that you have attended including The University of Arizona and any international institutions.
• Visit the Graduate College website for English proficiency information for international students. The institution code is 4832.
• GRE results:
  • Are not required for the M.S. and Ph.D. programs.
• Resume. If applicable, include a list of published papers.
• A one-page Statement of Purpose indicating the academic and professional goals you hope to achieve in pursuit of this program of study.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  • Must be on letterhead and signed by the recommender. There is no specific letter of recommendation form so recommenders may use their own format.
  • For M.S. applicants at least one letter of recommendation is required.
  • For Ph.D. applicants, three letters of recommendation are required:
    • If you are applying to the direct track Ph.D., at least one letter must be from a faculty member of your undergraduate program.
    • If you are applying to the post-M.S. Ph.D., at least one letter must be from a faculty member of your graduate program.

Apply Today!