Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

26

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

29%

California:

44%

International:

27%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

84%

Top recruiters

Deloitte

Dell

Genentech

Illinois Institute of Technology

Tetra Tech

Texas Tech University

Infineon Technologies

Dell Technologies

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mondelez International

Align Technology

Edelman

Royal Adelaide Hospital

Unity Technologies

The University of Adelaide

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$30,000 / year

Overall Cost

$45,000 / year

FAQs

• What are the minimum TOEFL, IELTS, or DET scores required?

  

  The minimum TOEFL score is 550 for the paper-based test and 80 for the internet-based test. The minimum IELTS score is an overall band score of 7. The minimum DET score is 120.

• How should I submit my scores?

  

  Applicants should instruct ETS to send TOEFL or IELTS official scores to UCSB Institution Code 4835. A department code is not required. DET scores will be managed centrally by the Graduate Division.

• What are the requirements for a completed application?

  

  Application Requirements An application is considered complete once: the online application has been completed and submitted the application fee has been paid all transcripts, supplemental documents (Statement of Purpose, Resume/CV, Personal History and Diversity Statement), letters of recommendation, and scores have been received Statement of Purpose: this is a brief statement outlining your reasons for undertaking our graduate program, the particular area of specialization within the major field, past academic work, and academic goals. You may also include names of UCSB ECE faculty whose research field interests you most. Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) Personal History and Diversity Statement: Should be one page minimum, two pages maximum, 250 words minimum (not including header and title), double spaced (PDF). This should not be a duplicate of the Statement of Purpose. This statement should describe aspects of your personal background, accomplishments, or achievements that you feel are important in your contribution to a diverse population at UCSB. For example, include any economic challenges experienced while achieving higher education, any unusual or varied life experiences that might contribute to the diversity of the graduate group like fluency in other languages, experience in living in bicultural communities, academic research interests focusing on cultural, societal or educational problems as they affect underserved segments of society or evidence of an intention to use the graduate degree toward serving disadvantaged individuals or populations. Three letters of recommendation: While three letters are required, applicants can submit up to four letters of recommendation. Academic references are preferred, although applicants may submit one letter from industry. Transcripts: Unofficial transcripts with the official university seal and grade scale are acceptable for application purposes. Please redact identifying personal information such as social security numbers and home addresses. International Applicants: Degree certificates required (if the degree is awarded) AND original language and certified English translation transcripts required. TIPS for uploading official transcripts: Must be current transcripts with institution name/identifying marks (e.g., logos, seals, stamps...) and transcript legend or university key (grading scale) Do not upload transcripts from secondary or higher secondary schools Only PDFs accepted with a 10 MB size maximum Black and white copies are sufficient Ensure scan can print on letter-size paper - 8 ½ by 11 in (21 ½ by 30 cm) Select the “view document” button to verify whether the transcript(s) meet all requirements NOTE: UC Santa Barbara reserves the right to require official transcripts at any time during the admissions process, and rescind any offer of admission if discrepancies between uploaded and official transcript(s) are found. GRE scores: ECE has eliminated the GRE requirement for admission TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores (DET) if applicable: International students whose native language is not English are required to take the TOEFL, IELTS, or DET. Exceptions to TOEFL, IELTS, or DET testing may only be considered for those students who have or will be completing an undergraduate or graduate education at an institution whose primary language of instruction is English, or are permanent residents of the U.S.

• May I waive the TOEFL, IELTS, or DET requirement?

  

  Exceptions to TOEFL, IELTS, or DET testing may only be considered for those students who have completed an undergraduate or graduate education at an institution whose official sole language of instruction is English.