Degree Title
Bachelor of Science
Summer A 2025 Start Date:
May 5, 2025
Summer B 2025 Start Date:
June 16, 2025
Overview
As our world becomes more technologically advanced, so do our devices and the way they use energy. Today’s machines and equipment are designed to use less and do more in today’s industries. From tiny microchips to huge power station generators, electrical engineers are helping environmentally conscious organizations find cleaner ways to derive and use energy to improve sustainability for greater efficiencies, savings and environmental impacts. They’re also helping organizations and the federal agencies shore up existing infrastructure as they maintain and problem-solve machinery.
FIU’s online Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering offers students training in the areas of electronics and electromagnetism, nanotechnology, power and energy systems, communications, controls, bio-engineering and computers. The online program helps graduates become critical thinkers, creative problem solvers and life-long learners. Our graduates are trained to stay current in their field of expertise and to excel in their respective organizations. Furthermore, the electrical engineering program provides students with a solid foundation necessary for pursuing advanced studies in the field of electrical engineering.
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Why Apply?
Electrical engineering expertise will be needed to design distribution systems related to new technologies. As new discoveries in technologies are made, electrical engineers will work hand-in-hand to make innovative designs a tangible reality. A degree in electrical engineering will offer students the needed instruction to fill key roles in new developments with solar arrays, semiconductors and communications technologies. As we move toward cleaner energy sourcing and upgrade existing power grids, electrical engineers will lead the way for our nation’s projects as we enhance our infrastructure. Moreover, electrical engineers may play a role in assisting with the automation of various production processes.
Learn to build, repair and calibrate equipment on-site. Also, understand how to troubleshoot and solve developmental programs through testing electrical systems. Students will become fully versed in circuit board, processor, and chip use in maintenance and function of electrical equipment. Along the same lines, they will also learn to integrate computer hardware and software applications and programming to assist with equipment analysis.
The FIU online Electrical Engineering program offers a well-rounded program of study that is relevant to today’s industries. Graduates will be prepared with the knowledge, skills and abilities to compete in a high-demand field.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a degree in electrical engineering can be found in an array of manufacturing industries and organizations: transportation (automotive, marine, railroad, aerospace); government agencies such as national defense, research and the military; consumer electronics devices and computers; construction; lighting; and telecommunications.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for electrical engineers was $94,210 in May 2016 and the highest 10 percent earned more than $149,040. The agency also projects that the job outlook for electrical engineers will grow at a rate of nine percent from 2018 to 2026.
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Courses
For more information on the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program please visit the FIU Course Catalog. If you would like to view the specific courses related to the program, please use the breadcrumbs on the Course Catalog to go back and select the “Courses” tab.
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Admissions
For more information on the admissions process and how to apply please visit the FIU Admissions website.
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Tuition
We’re thrilled that you’re considering online education and want you to know exactly what to expect for tuition and fees. Education is an investment in your future. Use the following student tuition and fees calculator to determine your costs.
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Top Faculty
FIU’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering employs full-time faculty who hold doctoral degrees in electrical and computer engineering. Most of the department’s faculty members have considerable industrial experience and many maintain active consulting roles to provide current and relevant knowledge to students in classroom and research settings. Currently, the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering has 34 faculty members who are experts in various electrical and computer engineering specializations such as cybersecurity, digital signal processing, internet of things, nano-technology, power and energy, radio frequency and microwave engineering. Full-time faculty members have published countless papers, received patents and prestigious awards and have been awarded grants from major government agencies and major corporations that advance the department, College of Engineering & Computing and FIU overall. The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering also provides employment and outstanding research opportunities for postdoctoral researchers and graduate assistants to assist with teaching courses and conduct research.
128 Credits Required
235.57 Per Credit Hour (In-State) + Fees
648.87 Per Credit Hour (Out-of-State) + Fees
* Total tuition and fees are subject to change.
Highlights
- Fully Online Degree
- Program starts: Fall, Spring, Summer
- Become part of an exceptional community and make the most of your education. Join the Honors College.
- ABET Accreditation
- This program grants you access to Career Engage and associated scholarships
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