Overview

Studies can be adjusted to emphasize computer engineering, electrical engineering, or both through the Electrical and Computer Engineering programe from University at Albany selection of electives in the junior and senior years, providing both the depth and breadth that will make you well-prepared for today's job market or to advance to graduate studies.

Program Highlights

Faculty: Learn from world-class faculty who are actively engaged in cutting-edge research

Hands-On: Practice what you learn using modern tools and through hands-on laboratories and projects

Design: Solve real-world problems through a year-long capstone design experience with externally sponsored engineering projects

Community: Live and take classes with other incoming freshmen engineering students in the Living-Learning Community

Experience: Access internship and job opportunities near campus at government agencies and companies like General Electric, IBM, Global Foundries

Network: Develop your professional network by joining student chapters of professional organizations including the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, the National Society of Black Engineers, and the Association for Computing Machinery

Career Outcomes

UAlbany's program of study encourages you to pursue a focus you are passionate about, giving you greater access to post-graduation opportunities that suit your skill set. With a sound understanding of both electrical and computer engineering, you will be qualified to pursue careers that work with multiple aspects of engineering.

Electrical engineers and computer engineers are in high demand and professionals with these unique skills typically enjoy high starting salaries compared with other majors. The median salary for computer hardware engineers in the U.S. is $115,120, and $97,970 for electrical and electronics engineers, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Common positions for professionals with this degree include:

Computer engineer

Software engineer

Electrical engineer

Computer network architect

Computer hardware engineer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Programming for Engineers

Circuits

Discrete Structures

Data Structures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

National: Priority consideration deadline: February 1. Late applicants will be considered on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albany, United States

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering General Engineering & Technology Computer Sciences View 2188 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the application

You may scan your transcripts to us All freshman applicants are required to submit a transcript from their secondary school, and academic transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by an official and certified English translation

Submit your test scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), SAT or ACT as required

Submit the International Student Financial Statement

Submit a 250- to 500-word personal essay

Submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28280 USD / year

≈ 28280 USD / year
Out-of-State

28280 USD / year

≈ 28280 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7070 USD / year

≈ 7070 USD / year

Living costs

Albany

United States

1010 - 1570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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