Graduate Programs

What is Computer Engineering?

Computer engineers deal with both software and hardware. As a computer engineer, you could design entire computer systems and networks, making sure that the hardware, or physical equipment, is capable of running the appropriate software. You might build devices such as retinal scanners that identify people by checking their eyes, or you could design computers that are incorporated into prosthetic devices to aide people with disabilities. Those who continue onward to obtain a graduate degree in either computer science or computer engineering learn to advance the frontiers of science. With an MS or PhD, you will invent the new technologies that enable the next generation of software and computing devices.

What is Computer Science?

Computer scientists specialize in the software side of computing, focusing on writing new programs that allow computer applications to run faster and more efficiently. You might work for a security company, creating technology that reduces the risks of viruses and hackers, or develop flight simulation exercises that allow airline pilots to practice managing flight problems. Those who continue onward to obtain a graduate degree in either computer science or computer engineering learn to advance the frontiers of science. With an MS or PhD, you will invent the new technologies that enable the next generation of software and computing devices.

What is Electrical Engineering?

Electrical engineering is a dynamic field focused on designing, developing, and improving electrical systems and devices that power our modern world. From renewable energy technologies and power grids to electronics and telecommunications, electrical engineers create the technology that drives everything from smartphones to spacecraft. Students in this discipline learn the foundations of electricity, circuitry, and computational methods, gaining the skills to innovate in fields like energy, automation, and communications. With applications in countless industries, a degree in electrical engineering offers opportunities to shape the future through technology.

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E-Mail: eecs@uark.edu
Phone: 479-575-4278

Why Choose this Degree

Electrons and computers are fundamental to our society, helping people connect as they move through the world by transmitting both power and information. The way we generate and use energy, as well as how we process and communicate information, is evolving rapidly—becoming faster, more efficient, and safer for the environment. This transformation presents exciting opportunities for those pursuing degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Computer Engineering. Students in these programs can find themselves learning about artificial intelligence, smart electrical grids to conserve energy, terahertz imaging, sustainable power sources, big data, telecommunications, signal processing, cybersecurity, and much more.

The applications of an electrical engineering, computer science, or computer engineering degree are almost limitless. Professionals in this field will write code that keeps data secure. They build devices and networks to put this code into action. They will create the next generation of mobile devices that are smaller, faster, and more efficient. They will make tiny circuits to enormous power grids. EECS students will have the tools to build the future.

A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering provides the skills and knowledge needed to be at the cutting edge of these fields, driving innovations that transform and improve our world.

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Additional Degree Information

Admissions Requirements

All Requirements and deadlines apply to PhD and MS programs

CSCE GRE

MS - not required
PhD - 146 verbal, 157 quantitative and 3.5 analytical writing

Electrical Engineering GRE

Required for MSEE applicants except those who graduated with a BSEE from an ABET accredited program.

Required for PhD applicants. Minimum score 302 (Quantitative + Verbal).

CSCE GPA

3.0 GPA*

*Applicants need to take the following courses during their undergraduate studies and receive A or B grades in:

Computer Engineering: Operating Systems, System Synthesis & Modeling, Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, and Computer Architecture

Computer Science: Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Database Management Systems, Algorithms Analysis, and Formal Languages

Electrical Engineering GPA

3.0 CGPA on all undergraduate work, or a 3.0 average or above on the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work

English Requirements (for students who didn’t complete degree from a U.S. university whose first language is not English)

English proficiency exam taken within 2 years of application, for list of approved exams and required scores click here.

CSCE Other materials

Statement of Purpose, Three letters of recommendation, CV/Resume, show strong computer engineering/science background

Electrical Engineering Other materials

Statement of Purpose, Three letters of recommendation, CV/Resume

*Students graduating with BSEE from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville do not need to present three letters of recommendation.

Deadlines

CSCE Deadlines

Fall admission: August 1, Spring admission: December 1

Electrical Engineering Deadlines

Priority Deadline: Fall admission: February 1, Spring admission: October 1

Regular Deadline: Fall admission: August 1, Spring admission: December 1

Graduate Program Coordinator
Dr. Roy McCann: rmccann@uark.edu

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Accelerated BS/MS in CS/CE, Accelerated M.S. Degree

High-achieving undergraduate students in either the Computer Engineering or Computer Science B.S. program at the University of Arkansas who choose to pursue graduate studies in our department may participate in the accelerated MS program. Eligible students must have a GPA of 3.5.

These students can take up to 6 credit hours of 5000-level CSCE courses as CSCE electives for their bachelor’s degree and count those hours towards their graduate degree, should they choose to pursue one in our department. The graduate courses must be completed within 12 months prior to receiving the undergraduate degree.

Student must get permission from instructor to take a graduate class. Contact the department at eecs@uark.edu for the form. If the student returns to the graduate program at University of Arkansas, then they can submit a form to retroactively count the coursework.

4+1 Combines BS/MS in EE

Program Description

The 4+1 combined BS/MS program allows a student to get a BSEE degree in 4 years and then an MSEE degree at the end of the 5^th year. In order to be qualified for the 4+1 BS/MS program, a student needs to have an undergraduate GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Students can apply for the 4+1 combined BS/MS program during their junior or senior year. Once admitted into the program, the student can take graduate-level courses upon reaching senior standing. Up to 9 hours of those graduate-level courses can be counted towards both the BSEE and MSEE degrees. An additional 3 graduate-level hours taken during undergraduate study can be counted towards the MSEE degree. In this case, the student will only need 18-21 hours during his/her MSEE study.

Program Requirements

In order to participate in the 4+1 combined BS/MS program, a student must have an undergraduate GPA of 3.5 or higher. All the other degree requirements are the same for the regular BSEE and MSEE degrees. Graduate courses taken while having senior undergraduate status must be completed within 12 months prior to receiving the undergraduate degree.

Electrical Engineering & Computer Science