Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineers are highly desired across industries from engineering space-borne sensing instruments to developing the 6G network to envisioning more sustainable electricity systems for the future. As an Electrical Engineering student at UMass Amherst, you'll learn to design and build the devices and systems that will shape the technological landscape of tomorrow.
At UMass Amherst, you'll use physics, mathematics, and computation principles to undertake foundational electrical engineering aspects such as circuits, electromagnetism, computer programming, and signal processing. Then, you can tailor your degree to pursue your unique talents and interests in areas like communication systems, microelectronic fabrication, and microwave engineering.
You'll create real-world innovations in M5, the 5,000-square-foot makerspace of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Work on your own ideas, team up on collaborative projects with community partners, or work one-on-one with mentors from industry and academia.
Featured classes
Within a small class, student teams explore real engineering designs. This introduction to engineering design and/or manufacturing emphasizes development of communication skills (written, oral, and graphical).
An introduction to using computer applications to solve engineering problems. Learn the rudiments of MATLAB and Excel to design and/or visualize systems. Emphasis on using these applications appropriately and efficiently with well-structured code.
Introduction to the quantum theory of solids and conduction processes in semiconductors. Theory of p-n junction diodes, bipolar junction transistors, and field-effect transistors. Emphasis on integrated circuits.
In the spotlight
While interning in the Wearable Electronics Lab, Abdel-Maksoud was drawn to the lab's work in making materials that can harvest solar energy. Alongside other student researchers, he investigated a new method to improve the coating on solar textiles and the use of guaiazulene—a natural hydrocarbon dye—for green electronics.
Application information & deadlines
For more Important Dates & Deadlines, including transfer and spring admission, visit the UMass Amherst admissions website. Attend an admissions event.
First-Year Early Action Deadline
First-Year Regular Decision Deadline
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering students at UMass Amherst play a hands-on role in the future of technology in communication, health care, smart cities, and more.