2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 06, 2025  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Electrical Engineering (Ph.D.)

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus


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Program Coordinator/Contact

Sungyong Jung, Department Head
Xiaojun Xian, Assistant Professor
McComish Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Daktronics Engineering Hall 214, Box 2222
605-688-4526

Program Information

The program offers a variety of courses that encompass a broad range of Electrical Engineering areas including alternative energy and power systems; computer engineering, communications; electronic materials, devices and sensors; nano technology, photovoltaic devices and systems; and signal and image processing. The department’s graduate faculty conduct active research in these areas using modern research facilities and equipment. 

Course Delivery Format

A majority of the courses are taught on campus in smart classrooms. The smart classrooms allow for a variety of methods for student engagement and faculty are able to record and post their lectures online. Additionally, some courses are offered remotely in collaboration with other Ph.D. granting institutions in the state.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees


Doctor of Philosophy 60 Credit Plan
  90 Credit Plan

Core Requirements


60 Credit Plan


90 Credit Plan


Additional Admission Requirements


GRE: Not required
TOEFL: 90-91 Internet-based
​TOEFL Essentials: 9.5
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 115

Three letters of recommendation with at least one from an individual who can address the applicant’s technical knowledge background and ability to perform research, a research statement or statement of interest area intent, and transcripts are required.

General Requirements


Graduate students must consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Doctor of Philosophy Degree Requirements .

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