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2023 Electrical and Computer Engineering. Degree Guide

A Recent Jump in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Degrees

#215 Most Popular Major
1.4k Degrees Awarded
74.2% Increase in Graduates

In 2020-2021, electrical and computer engineering. was the 215th most popular major nationwide with 1,378 degrees awarded. This represents a 74.2% increase in electrical and computer engineering. degrees awarded over the prior year's total of 355.

This year's Best Electrical and Computer Engineering. Schools ranking compares 20 of them to identify the best overall programs in the country. Explore this or one of our many other custom electrical and computer engineering. rankings further below.

2023 Best Colleges for Electrical and Computer Engineering.
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Best Electrical and Computer Engineering. Schools by Degree

Bachelor's Degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Master's Degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Doctorate Degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Requirements for Getting a Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Getting Accepted Into an Electrical and Computer Engineering. Program

A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required for most electrical and computer engineering. degree programs and many students will need a minimum GPA and SAT/ACT score depending on the school. In addition to these basic electrical and computer engineering. program qualifications, to serve in some electrical and computer engineering. careers, special certification may be required outside of your degree.

Electrical and Computer Engineering. Degree Types

There are various different levels of electrical and computer engineering. degrees. Electrical and Computer Engineering. programs offered by schools range from a to a , which is the highest electrical and computer engineering. degree you can get. Different electrical and computer engineering. degrees vary in how long they take.

Degree Credit Requirements Typical Program Length
Associate Degree 60-70 credits 2 years
Bachelor’s Degree 120 credits 4 years
Master’s Degree 50-70 credits 1-3 years
Doctorate Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation At least 4 years

Career Opportunities for A Degree In Electrical and Computer Engineering. Graduate

How Much Money Do Electrical and Computer Engineering. Grads Make?

As you might expect, salaries for electrical and computer engineering. graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.

One of 40 majors within the Engineering area of study, Electrical and Computer Engineering. has other similar majors worth exploring.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Mechanical Engineering 46,178
Electrical Engineering 28,844
Civil Engineering 21,388
Computer Engineering 17,987
Chemical Engineering 12,917

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