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Awarding body:

University Of Texas At Dallas

Cost:

$20500 estimated expenses for one year

Duration:

Variable

Study mode:

Full time

Course description:

The objective of this program is to prepare individuals to perform original, leading edge research in the broad areas of communications and signal processing; digital systems; microelectronics and nanoelectronics, optics, optoelectronics; light wave devices and systems; and wireless communications. Because of the strong collaborative programs with Dallas-area microelectronics and telecommunications companies, special emphasis is placed on preparation for research and development positions in these high technology industries.

Entry requirements:

Students should have a Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely associated discipline from an accredited U.S. institution, or from an acceptable foreign university. Consideration will be given to highly qualified students wishing to pursue the doctorate without satisfying all of the requirements for a master’s degree. A grade point average in graduate course work of 3.5 or better on a 4-point scale. GRE examination scores of 500, 700 and 600 for the verbal, quantitative and analytical components, respectively, or 1800 for the total score is advisable based on experience with student success in the program. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation on official school or business letterhead or the UTD Letter of recommendation Form from individuals who are familiar with the student’s record and able to judge the candidate’s probability of success in pursuing doctoral study in electrical engineering. Applicants must also submit a narrative describing their motivation for doctoral study and how it relates to their professional goals. For students who are interested in a Ph.D. but are unable to attend school full-time, there is a part-time option. The guidelines for admission to the program and the degree requirements are the same as for full-time Ph.D. students. All students must have an academic adviser and an approved plan of study.

Application deadline:

May/01 for Fall, Sep/01 for Spring, Mar/01 for Summer

Application details:

Application fees (non refundable) $50, for applicants with transcripts or other international credentials from international institutions. Students can send application through online or they can send mail for the following address The University of Texas at Dallas, Office of Enrollment Services – HH10, PO Box 830688, Richardson, TX 75083-0688.

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