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Master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering at St. Mary’s

The Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering at St. Mary’s University prepares students for rewarding careers in the field of electrical and computer engineering.

Graduates acquire a strong background in theoretical and applied principles of diverse areas such as machine learning, data sciences, parallel processing, communication systems, control systems, digital signal processing, computer networking and computer security. 

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Program of Study

The 30-credit-hour Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering allows students to choose between a thesis, project or all-class option. 

The program gives students a flexible curriculum that integrates new developments in computer and electrical engineering, small class sizes and the chance to be involved in faculty research projects. The program may be completed in 18 to 24 months and classes are conveniently offered on campus during the evening. 

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  • Combined Degree Program

    Students can pursue a combined five-year program to complete a Bachelor’s and Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Combined degree programs allow undergraduate students to begin graduate studies in their junior year and pay the undergraduate tuition rate, a substantial savings. They also shorten the time it takes to earn two degrees.

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  • Degree Plans

    The master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering is a 30-credit-hour program. Students may elect a thesis, project or all-class option. 

    The thesis option consists of 24 credit hours of course work and 6 credit hours of thesis direction. Non-thesis students must complete 27 credit hours of course work and 3 credit hours of a master capstone project. Like the thesis option, the master project must be presented and defended orally before a project committee. The all-class option can include 6 credits outside their major area in consultation with their Program Director. 

    Students can also pursue a combined 5-year program:

  • Courses

    Highlighted courses include:

    • Automatic Control Systems 
    • Communication Systems 
    • Computer Networking 
    • Computer Security 
    • Data Mining 
    • Data Sciences 
    • Digital Signal Processing 
    • Machine Learning 
    • Parallel Processing 
    • Software Engineering 
    • Wireless Communications
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18-24
Months Completion
+10.4%
Expected change in employment demand over the next 10 years for Computer Hardware Engineers
$101,000
Average base salary for a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering degree

Graduate Research Assistantships

Our graduate programs offer exciting opportunities for students to advance their academic and professional careers. We are pleased to provide research assistantships to qualified candidates.

Research Assistantships

Research assistantships are available to eligible graduate students. These positions offer:

  • Hands-on research experience in your field of study
  • Tuition waiver for the duration of the assistantship
  • Monthly stipend to support living expenses

Eligibility and Selection

Candidates for research assistantships are evaluated based on:

  • Application materials
  • GRE scores
  • English proficiency scores

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Selection is competitive and based on academic merit and research potential.

Please contact the program director for more information about our graduate programs and assistantship opportunities.

What can I do with a master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering?

Career Opportunities

 The degree prepares students for highly technical positions in fields such as: 

  • Machine learning 
  • Data sciences 
  • Robotics 
  • Parallel processing 
  • Computer networking 
  • Communications systems 
  • Semiconductor devices 
  • Embedded systems 
  • Digital systems design 
  • Cyber security 

Admission and Financial Aid

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in computer or electrical engineering or a closely related discipline, such as computer science, physics or mathematics. Prerequisite courses may be required for applicants with a bachelor’s degree in a closely related discipline. The GRE is not required for admission to this program.

International students must submit the TOEFL scores and show a minimum of 80 in the Internet-based test, 213 in the computer-based test or 550 in the paper-based test. A TOEFL score of 80-82 is acceptable with the provision that the student takes EN6301 during the first semester at St. Mary’s University.

As an alternative to the TOEFL, international students can take the IELTS test and show a minimum score of 6.5 or better. A score of 6.0 is acceptable with the provision that the student takes EN6301 during the first semester at St. Mary’s University. No student will be admitted with score lower than 6.0 in the IELTS test. The third option for an international student is a Duolingo English test score of 115 or above.

To discuss specific admission procedures and requirements for the electrical and computer engineering program, contact the Office of Graduate Admission at 210-436-3126 or graduate@stmarytx.edu.

Financial Aid

St. Mary’s University offers some academically competitive scholarships, grants and assistantships to enrolled graduate students. As a National Security Agency and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (NSA/DHS) designated National Center for Academic Excellence –Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), students are eligible to apply for cyber-related scholarships funded by external agencies. Active-duty U.S. military, their dependents and Department of Defense employees may be eligible for a tuition discount. 

Please contact the Office of Financial Assistance for additional information or visit the Graduate Financial Aid page.

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