Key information
Duration
Full-time, 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027: Apply before Nov 2026 (International), Apply before Jan 2027 (National)
Language
English
English test requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 115
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
72 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Chicago, United States
Disciplines
Electrical Engineering
Overview
Students will be capable of continuing efforts toward the advancement of knowledge and achievement in research and other scholarly activities.
This programme is appropriate for those students with master’s degrees who are interested in pursuing an academic or industrial research career in the field of electrical engineering. Visit the programme website for more information.
Career Opportunities
The Electrical Engineering programme from Illinois Institute of Technology will prepare you for academic or industrial research careers, such as:
- Principal scientist, electrical engineering
- Machine learning engineer
- Senior research and development engineer
Programme Structure
The Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering programme requires a minimum of 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, including the master’s degree studies. A minimum of 24 credit hours are devoted to the student’s research work, and a minimum of 15 credit hours are devoted to coursework in electrical and computer engineering and in such basic sciences as mathematics and physics.
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Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 115
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Official Transcripts
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement
- Letters of Recommendation (May Be Required, Depending on Programme/Department)
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International: 46,502 AUD / year (approx. 33,318 USD / year)
Out-of-State: 46,502 AUD / year (approx. 33,318 USD / year)
Domestic: 46,502 AUD / year (approx. 33,318 USD / year)
Living Costs
Chicago, United States: 1,810-3,477 AUD / month