Electrical and Computer Engineering

Specialize in one of seven industry-aligned concentrations:

Communications, Control, and Signal Processing
This concentration develops methods and algorithms for communications, control, and signal processing, preparing students for careers in wireless and mobile communications, robotics, image and medical imaging, and navigation/localization industries.

Computer Systems and Software
This concentration prepares students for careers in microprocessor design, verification, embedded hardware/software, performance analysis, advanced system design, and operating systems.

Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Algorithms
Students gain expertise in computer vision, machine learning, AI, pattern recognition, big data analytics, and visualization, leading to careers in vision/image processing, data mining, visualization software, and algorithmic problem-solving.

Electromagnetics, Plasma, and Optics
Focusing on electromagnetic, acoustic, and optical wave theory and applications, this concentration leads to careers in antenna engineering, wireless systems, radar, sonar, optics, photonics, imaging, and magnetics.

Hardware and Software for Machine Intelligence
Bridging theory, software, and hardware, this AI-focused concentration prepares students for careers designing and implementing intelligent systems that integrate artificial intelligence with advanced technology solutions.

Microsystems, Materials, and Devices
Students study design, fabrication, and measurement techniques for electronic components, preparing for careers in VLSI, ASIC design, MEMS, smart material innovation, and device engineering.

Power Systems
Students explore electric transmission, distribution, power converters, and renewable energy systems, pursuing careers in smart grids, power modeling, electric vehicles, and clean energy industries.

• The MS in Electrical & Computer Engineering can be combined with a Gordon Engineering Leadership certificate
• Faculty are experienced researchers with federally funded research awards from the National Science Foundation, Office of Naval Research, Department of Homeland Security, and other government agencies. The department also has strong ties to industry with many joint research projects.
• Faculty hold numerous young investigator awards and professional society fellowships. Several faculty members have commercialized inventions from research done in Northeastern labs.
• Select a thesis or course-only track

• Demand for computer engineers is skyrocketing. With expertise in architecture, software, microprocessors, and algorithms, graduates are in high demand at top tech companies nationwide.
• Electrical engineers are in demand now and for the future. From chip fabrication and robotics to IoT and radar systems, this degree opens doors to diverse, high-impact careers.

Applications received after the stated deadline dates will be accepted and processed as quickly as possible; however it may not be possible to have a decision rendered in time for the applicant to begin taking classes for the desired term if admitted.

Applications submitted by the referenced dates will receive full consideration for the referenced term. Applications received after the referenced dates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

• Completed online application form

• Two letters of recommendation

• Transcripts from all institutions attended

  • The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)

• GRE is not required for terms starting during the 2025-2026 academic years

• Statement of purpose

• Resumé

• TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for international applicants unless the waiver requirements are met

• The application fee is waived for all new applicants applying to any of our Master of Science or Graduate Certificates for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 application terms.