Electrical and Computer Engineering, Ph.D.

Eligibility

Applicants entering at the doctoral level are typically expected to hold a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Candidates entering with a bachelor's degree must meet the entrance standards for the master's program, while those entering with a master's degree are generally expected to have achieved a 3.5 GPA or higher in prior post-secondary study.

Application Requirements

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering program is based on an in-depth evaluation of your academic background, research potential, alignment with faculty research interests, and overall intellectual qualifications.

• Online application
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• Statement of Purpose / Research Proposal outlining research interests and objectives
• Résumé or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
• Letters of Recommendation
• GRE scores (required for all applicants)
• Proof of English Language Proficiency (where applicable)
• $90 application fee

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Tuition varies based on your program, term admitted and credit hours.

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We are committed to keeping graduate studies affordable for all of our students. You'll have access to on-campus employment programs that include teaching and research assistantships, as well as financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans.

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Prospective Students

For questions about the application process, application status or to talk to an admissions counselor:

Office of Graduate Enrollment and Admissions
NYU Tandon School of Engineering
engineering.gradinfo@nyu.edu
646-997-3182
 

Accepted and Enrolled Students

For general program inquiry and academic direction:

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
NYU Tandon School of Engineering
6 MetroTech Center
Brooklyn, NY 11201
engineering.phd@nyu.edu
646-997-3550

To earn a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, students must complete a total of 75 credits of graduate coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, including required core coursework, advanced electives, independent research, and dissertation credits.

The Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering is offered as a full-time, on-campus doctoral program at NYU Tandon's Brooklyn campus to support intensive laboratory access, hardware testing, and direct faculty mentorship.

Fall Semester

• December 1: All Ph.D. applications and supporting materials, including test scores, must be submitted or postmarked by this date for Fall semester admission.

Please note: Ph.D. applications are not accepted for the Spring semester.

Applicants must submit:

• Online application
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• Statement of Purpose detailing research interests and academic objectives
• Résumé or Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
• Letters of Recommendation
• GRE scores (required for full-time applicants)
• Proof of English Language Proficiency (where applicable)
• $90 application fee

Doctoral students have access to world-class facilities across NYU Tandon, including NYU WIRELESS, the Center for Advanced Technology in Telecommunications (CATT), the Nanofabrication Cleanroom, the NYU MakerSpace, the Design Lab, and cutting-edge labs located at 370 Jay Street and MetroTech Center.

NYU Tandon funds full-time admitted doctoral students through fellowships, teaching assistantships, or research assistantships tied to funded research projects. Admitted Ph.D. students receive financial packages that typically include tuition remission, a stipend, and health insurance coverage.

Learn more about Fellowship Opportunities.

Yes. Ph.D. students in Electrical and Computer Engineering can pursue an interdisciplinary specialization through the Urban Science: Sensing, Complexity, & Informatics Doctoral Track, offered in partnership with NYU Tandon’s Center for Urban Science + Progress (CUSP).

This track connects core electrical and computer engineering disciplines—such as smart sensing, wireless networks, signal processing, and robotics—with urban analytics and systems modeling.

For eligibility criteria, course lists, and the application process, visit the Urban Science Doctoral Track page.

Doctoral candidates at NYU Tandon can expand their research scope through international partnerships, collaborative portal tracks, and dual-degree programs spanning Abu Dhabi, Shanghai, and India:

• NYU Abu Dhabi Global Ph.D. Student Fellowship: Doctoral researchers complete foundational coursework at NYU Tandon before relocating to conduct full-time dissertation research in Abu Dhabi’s advanced research facilities. The fellowship provides comprehensive financial support, including full tuition and fee coverage, a 12-month research assistantship stipend, health insurance, travel allowances, and complimentary on-campus housing during residency in Abu Dhabi. Learn more at NYU Abu Dhabi Ph.D. Programs.
   
• NYU Shanghai Doctoral Program: Students complete initial coursework in New York and transition to full-time residence in Shanghai to conduct doctoral research under the primary mentorship of NYU Shanghai faculty. Supported by the NYU Shanghai Doctoral Fellowship, students receive full tuition and mandatory fee coverage, a competitive living stipend, international health insurance, and relocation assistance. Explore participating research areas at NYU Shanghai Electrical Engineering Ph.D. Program.
   
• Dual Ph.D. Degree Program with the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur): Offered in partnership with the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, this collaborative doctoral pathway enables students to earn a dual Ph.D. degree from both institutions. Candidates satisfy the academic requirements of both departments, spend dedicated research residency time at each institution, and complete a single, unified dissertation supervised jointly by co-advisors from NYU Tandon and IIT Kanpur. Detailed program information is available at IIT Kanpur Dual Ph.D. Degree Program.