Overview

About the program

Our research-intensive program cultivates the next generation of leaders in academia and industry. Electrical Engineering doctoral students at Stanford University work alongside faculty, fellow students, and researchers who are leaders in their disciplines.

Programme Structure

Areas of study include:

Circuits
Software and Hardware Systems
Communications and Networking
Physical Technology and Science
Signal Processing, Control and Optimization

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-07 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

135 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering View 109 other PhDs in Electrical Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

We require unofficial transcripts be uploaded to your application from every college/university you have enrolled. If you have accepted admission to Stanford University, official transcripts from each College or University you enrolled should be sent to the department.

Test Scores (if applicable)

Statement of Purpose

Letters of Recommendation (3)

Application Fee

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

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Tuition Fee

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International

27120 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13560 USD per semester during 60 months.
National

27120 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13560 USD per semester during 60 months.
In-State

27120 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13560 USD per semester during 60 months.

quarterly tuition

Living costs for Stanford

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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