Overview
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Tufts University is a growing interdisciplinary department with a focus on research and education in a wide variety of sub-disciplines, ranging from image and signal processing to nanoscale engineering.
Career outcomes
Tufts electrical and computer engineers go on to great things. Some are entrepreneurs, founding or working at start-ups.
Others are pursuing careers at some of the world's leading technology companies, like Google, Amazon Robotics, Fitbit, Nest, and Intel, or have used their engineering education in different industries altogether, going to work for Fidelity Investments and the New York Stock Exchange.
Programme Structure
Typical areas available for dissertations include:
- solid-state materials with an emphasis on optoelectronic and solar energy applications
- microwave devices and systems
- electromagnetics
- plasma physics
- microprocessor applications
- computer architecture
- microelectronics
- digital electronics
- nonlinear optics
- circuit theory
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
- Starting
- Apply before
-
Language
Check IELTS test dates and locations. Book an IELTS test now!
Delivered
Disciplines
Electrical Engineering Computer Sciences View 227 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
Check IELTS test dates and locations. Book an IELTS test now!
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
Get your student insurance nowStarting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.
Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Tufts University and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Application Fee
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement
- Transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE General Test scores not required for applicants who will have received a degree from a U.S. institution by time of enrollment. GRE scores required for all other applicants.
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo test scores (if applicable)
- Portfolio (optional)
Tuition Fee
-
International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD per year during 36 months.
- The tuition for PhD students in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences is fully covered by Tufts tuition scholarships.
Living costs for Medford
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility