Washington University in St. Louis Fully Funded PhD in Electrical Engineering

PhD @Washington University in St. Louis posted 1 week ago

Job Description

Washington University in St. Louis offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Electrical Engineering through its McKelvey School of Engineering’s Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering. This program is designed to prepare students for careers in academia, research, and industry by providing comprehensive support and training in cutting-edge research areas.

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

  • Credit Requirements: A minimum of 72 credit hours of post-baccalaureate study, including at least 36 units of coursework and 24 units of research.

  • Research Areas:

    • Applied Physics

    • Devices & Circuits

    • Signals & Imaging

    • Systems Science

  • Program Structure:

    • Oral qualifying examination before the second academic year.

    • Oral preliminary research examination within two years of the qualifying exam.

    • Doctoral dissertation with a final oral defense.

    • Participation in ESE 590: Electrical and Systems Engineering Graduate Seminar each semester.

Funding and Financial Support

All full-time Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition Remission: Full coverage of tuition fees.

  • Health Insurance: Full health insurance coverage.

  • Stipend: A generous stipend to cover living expenses.

  • Duration: Funding is guaranteed as long as the student makes satisfactory progress toward their degree.

Additionally, students may be eligible for prestigious fellowships, such as:​

  • The Ann W. and Spencer T. Olin – Chancellor’s Fellowship

  • McDonnell International Scholars Academy

  • Dean’s International Award

Admission Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • Educational Background: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.

  • Application Materials: Official transcripts, letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and a resume/CV.

  • Standardized Tests: GRE scores are optional for Fall applicants.

  • English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants.

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