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The Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Rochester is a rigorous ABET-accredited program offering a strong foundation in electrical and computer engineering with the flexibility to specialize in computer engineering, signals and communication, robotics, integrated circuits, and more.
The program emphasizes leadership, ethical responsibility, and global perspectives, preparing students for careers across engineering, research, law, finance, and beyond.
Course Overview:
Core Modules:
Intro to ECE
Programming (C/C++)
Digital Logic
Intro to Signals and Circuits
Computer Organization
Mechatronics and Embedded Systems
Electronic Devices and Circuits
Integrated Circuits Design and Analysis
Electromagnetic Waves
Signal Processing and Communication
Probability for Electrical Engineers
ECE Design Seminar
ECE Design Capstone
Hands-On Labs: Integrated throughout the curriculum, focusing on circuits, mechatronics, embedded systems, and signal processing.
Design Projects: Junior and senior team-based design projects simulating real-world engineering challenges, including project management and communication deliverables.
Internships & Research: Opportunities to engage in faculty-led research in VLSI, computer architecture, robotics, and signal processing.
Ethics & Communication: Embedded throughout the curriculum via courses like Ethics of Technology and Communicating Your Professional Identity, along with extensive writing in lab and design courses.
Graduate Careers: Opportunities in embedded systems, robotics, VLSI design, computer architecture, signals processing, and research and development.
Further Study: Well-prepared for MS or PhD programs in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or interdisciplinary fields.
Professional Development: Strong focus on teamwork, leadership, ethics, and written/oral communication.
Outcomes: Among the highest-paying degrees at Rochester, with average graduate salaries of approximately $106,372.
Other deadline information: All first-year Early Decision and Regular Decision applicants who apply for admissions by the respective deadlines are considered for merit scholarships. However, for the highest consideration for merit scholarships specifically under Regular Decision we encourage applicants to complete their application by December 1st. For more information about merit scholarships please visit https://www.rochester.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/.Important Testing Update: Applicants choosing not to submit standardized tests will not be at a disadvantage, nor will it negatively impact their application review or scholarship consideration. Testing is not used as a factor for merit-based scholarshipsSAT/ACT Update: Rochester will accept self-reported exam scores for admissions review. Applicants who self-report scores, earn admission, and choose to attend Rochester will have to send their official scores via the testing agency or on an official school document before they can enroll.English Language Proficiency: IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 100, DET: 130. English language proficiency test scores must be submitted officially. DET scores must be sent directly from Duolingo. There is no cost to send these scores. Preferably, IELTS and TOEFL scores will also be submitted directly from the testing agencies. If, however, cost is a barrier to sending these scores to Rochester, you may have your school counselor submit a copy of your results.Additional details: Any supplemental material students wish to submit as part of their application (art work, media links, research abstracts, etc) must be uploaded through their MyRoc account. Access the MyRoc portal will be available after the successful completion of the Common Application as well as the University of Rochester-specific questions and writing supplements.School Report, Counselor Recommendation, Mid Year Report, Final Report & 1 Teachers Evaluation RequiredCommon App personal essay requiredThis college does not use a writing supplement for any additional writing requirements.ABET-accreditedEmbedded Systems EngineerRobotics EngineerHardware/Software DeveloperComputer Systems EngineerVLSI EngineerSystems AnalystResearch EngineerEngineering Consultant
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