Online Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Program

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Drexel University’s accredited online Master’s in Electrical Engineering program equips you for technically challenging careers in industry, research, and development. It is also ideal if you plan to continue to a PhD in electrical engineering or related fields.

A master’s degree in electrical engineering readies you to make an impact in your workplace. You’ll study to become a leader in robotics, computing, wireless communications, and beyond. Electrical engineers have gone on to have careers at companies such as IBM, Facebook, Schlumberger, Oracle, Lockheed Martin, Intel, Dell, Intuit, HP, and Cyberonics 2.

Master's in Electrical Engineering Online Program Features

• 45 credits
• Rigorous study in Computing and Electrical Engineering
• Option of taking electives from the Engineering Management Program and other graduate disciplines
• Taught by experienced faculty who are also successful professionals in the electrical engineering field
• Highly interactive online method designed to challenge and engage, while remaining convenient for working professionals

What Does an Electrical Engineer Do?

The world runs on electricity and technology – it’s integrated into everything we do, from maintaining transportation grids to improving the microchip technology in our phones. Electrical engineers use their systems mindset to design, develop, test, and supervise manufacturing of electric cars, smart phones, GPS technology, and anything that uses magnetism and electricity.

What is a Master’s in Electrical Engineering?

A Master of Science in Electrical Engineering is a professional master’s degree. It is for bachelor’s-prepared engineers who want to expand their skillset to include management and technical expertise.

Today’s electrical engineers are innovators, managers, and problem solvers. With an MS in Electrical Engineering, you’ll continue to build a strong foundation in theory. In tandem, you’ll explore and understand new technology and trends in electrical engineering. This is also important if you are a forward thinker. Advances in technology will also produce a demand for engineers in the research and development phase.

What are the Requirements for a Master’s in Electrical Engineering?

Drexel’s online MS in Electrical Engineering requires completion of 45 quarter credits. You’ll take at least 30 credits from among the graduate courses offered in Drexel’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The remaining credits are electives which serve as a useful way to delve into your areas of interest or a specific career path. You may choose these courses from the following University departments:

• Computer Science
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Project Management
• Systems Engineering

Those who want to step into a managerial role may opt to take courses from the Engineering Management Program (MSEM). While not a requirement, the department encourages you to complete a master’s thesis that may help you gain quality research skills. Choosing this thesis option allows you to count up to 9.0 research/thesis credits as part of your required credit hour requirements.

Do you Need a Master’s for Electrical Engineering?

Many electrical engineers launch their career with a bachelor’s degree. But technology is changing, bringing with it some new methods and ways of thinking. For those who want to further a career, there are at least three reasons to earn your master’s as an electrical engineer:

• A graduate degree allows electrical engineers to work as an instructor at some universities, or in research and development.
• The average salary for an electrical engineer is generous, especially with a master’s degree.
• Work to make digital history. Twenty years ago, we did not have half the advanced technology of today. Thanks to skilled electrical engineers, we now have robot-assisted surgery, self-driving cars, full computers, and endless information in the palm of our hands.

What Can I Do with a Master’s in Electrical Engineering?

With a master’s degree in electrical engineering, you might pursue a career in a wide range of sectors including aerospace, automotive, energy, IT, or telecommunications.

The job atmosphere for electronic engineers is one of growth. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that from now through 2026, the demand for electrical engineers will rise by 9%. This is faster than in other industries.

There are several reasons for this. Technology is advancing at the speed of light, creating a need for more complex consumer electronics. This growth fuels the need for qualified electrical and electronics engineers in research and development. Here, the task of future electrical engineers will be to design distribution systems related to new technologies such as power grid infrastructure, solar arrays, semiconductors, automation, and communications.

Electrical engineers work in commercial, industrial, military, and scientific sectors. In these settings, they hold many job titles related to their function:

• Circuits Engineer
• Design Engineer
• Electrical Controls Engineer
• Electrical Design Engineer
• Electrical Project Engineer
• Instrumentation and Electrical Reliability Engineer (I&E Reliability Engineer)
• Power Systems Engineer
• Project Engineer
• Test Engineer

Industries with the Highest Levels of Employment of Electrical Engineers

Data from bls.gov

Master’s in Electrical Engineering Salary Expectations

At last check, the average annual salary for a master’s prepared electrical engineer is $124,404. But salary often depends on location, workplace, and experience. The following visualization shows electrical engineering salaries in the states with the highest employment level in this occupation:

Data from bls.gov

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