Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is a 128-credit hour degree offered in Temple University’s College of Engineering and focuses on control systems, electromagnetics and electronics. 

Electrical engineers innovate and design the systems that help keep buildings, computers, factories, power grids and telecommunications productive and efficient. They also design electric motors, radar and navigation systems, robots, and all other electronic devices.

Becoming an Electrical Engineer

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electronic engineering is required to become an entry-level professional electrical engineer. Some advanced professional positions also might require advanced degrees or professional licensure.

Electrical engineers need a solid grounding in the core subjects of the electrical engineering discipline. At Temple, these include analog and digital circuit design, as well as discrete and continuous signal processing, programming and circuit design. This education will prepare you with the skills in mathematics, physics, reasoning and more that are necessary in the field. 

As an electrical engineering student, you’ll develop teamwork skills, the precision to match designs to their specifications and the capacity to execute projects on schedule. You’ll then amplify your expertise by adding technical electives that broaden your range or target your skills to the specific areas of engineering that most interest you. 

Concentrations

You can focus on Electrical Engineering or choose one of the following concentrations.

  • Bioelectrical Engineering

    Prepare for careers in the emerging fields of assistive device technology, bioelectronics and biomedical signal and image processing. Build a strong foundation through the study of anatomy, biology, control systems, digital signal processing, electromagnetics and physiology.

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  • Computer Engineering

    Learn to design and develop computers, microprocessors, networks and workstations for the servers and switches that support the internet. Learn to manage the integration of hardware and protocols that support the telecommunications network.

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Co-ops

Cooperative education (co-op) is an optional program that can provide you with the opportunity to work professionally before graduation. Students apply the knowledge they have learned in the classroom to real-world problems in the field. A co-op will help you create valuable connections with industry professionals, build a strong résumé and have an enhanced perspective on your field.

Tuition & Fees

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. You can view the full Cost of Attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

These tuition costs apply to the 2023–2024 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $22,464.00 per year
Out-of-state: $36,816.00 per year

Laptop Requirement

The College of Engineering requires that students own a laptop for their engineering coursework by their junior year of study. Learn more about the hardware recommendation.

Electrical engineering undergraduate students in class

Related Graduate Degrees

+1 Accelerated Degree Programs

The College of Engineering offers accelerated +1 Bachelor-Master programs. Qualifying students earn a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in one five-year course of study instead of taking the usual six years. 

Electrical Engineering undergraduate majors can earn an MS in Electrical Engineering in one year. Graduate courses taken as an undergraduate in this program are charged at the undergraduate rate. Learn more about the College of Engineering’s accelerated programs.

Our Academic Advisors

Through advising workshops, career coaching, individual appointments and walk-in advising, support services are available to all undergraduate Engineering students. Such services range from academic mentoring, career development, choosing a major, degree planning, learning support and post-graduation planning.

All academic advisors are available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., to answer questions regarding General Education (GenEd), college and major requirements, and university academic policies and procedures. 

Learn more about the Center for Academic Advising and Student Affairs.

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