Overview

This Electrical and Computer Engineering Ph.D. program at the University of Missouri - Kansas City is designed for students interested in addressing fundamental issues in computer and electrical engineering through diverse coursework and research in wide-ranging topics.

These include materials, devices and sensors at nanoscale; communication and signal processing; computer vision, multimedia and artificial intelligence; power systems and renewable engineering; electric vehicles and batteries; robotics and controls; hardware security and cyber physical systems; and computer engineering, VLSI and embedded systems design.

Careers

Career opportunities will vary depending on the focus of your studies and career goals. However, generally speaking, graduates may go on to pursue advanced careers in research, education or product development for universities, government organizations and the private sector.

Potential careers:

Computer hardware engineer
Electrical engineer
Computer and information research scientist

Programme Structure

Emphasis areas include:

Computer, VLSI and Embedded Systems Design
Nanotechnology
Electromagnetics, Radio Frequency (RF) Circuits, and Signal Processing
Computer Vision, Multimedia and Machine Learning
Power Electronics and Renewable Energy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kansas City, United States

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Computer Sciences View 227 other PhDs 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application
Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
Statement of purpose outlining your interests and career goals
Three letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

11340 USD / year

≈ 11340 USD / year
Out-of-State

11340 USD / year

≈ 11340 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4519 USD / year

≈ 4519 USD / year

Living costs

Kansas City

United States

980 - 1596 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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Scholarships Information

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