Electrical Engineering Degree
Earn your degree from the largest electrical engineering program in North Dakota.
Learn from the best. UND's online Electrical Engineering degree program is ranked Top 5 in the nation by several ranking reports year after year. If you are fascinated with electricity and its nearly endless applications, the field of electrical engineering is right for you.
- Program type:
- Major
- Format:
- On Campus or Online
- Est. time to complete:
- 4-5 years
- Credit hours:
- 125
Why earn an Electrical Engineering bachelor's degree?
Electrical engineers are integral to creating the components that power our world. It's a rewarding profession that offers many different specialty options, excellent compensation and exceptional opportunity.
With UND's Electrical Engineering degree, you'll benefit from a curriculum that provides a strong foundation in traditional and contemporary areas of electrical engineering. You will have opportunities to:
- Get the hand-on experience that will develop your ability to identify, formulate and solve electrical engineering problems.
- Learn leadership, communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, entrepreneurial and lifelong learning skills necessary for success in a global marketplace.
- Gain the problem-solving capabilities and technical skills to practice electrical engineering.
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Hands on Electrical Engineering Degree
At UND you will have many opportunities to lead through hands-on learning that puts theory into practice. Through your coursework you will participate in hands on labs, internships, and undergraduate research opportunities.
Faculty and staff pride themselves on working directly with students, always lending a hand to ensure you feel welcome and supported in the program. And because of our flexible format, you will be given every opportunity to keep your pursuit of a degree on schedule.
All of your hard work culminates with a senior design project that partners you with industry leaders and business partners that need real-world solutions to their challenges. At graduation you'll have the skills and experience that are needed to be successful in the field. Many of our graduates have job offers upon graduation and many have employment secured prior to leaving UND.
Combined Electrical Engineering Degree
Earn your bachelor's degree and master’s degree in Electrical Engineering in less time than it would take to get them separately. With both degrees, you’ll stand out among your peers as you begin your career. The combined program is available online or on-campus.
Electrical Engineering Combined Program
ABET Accredited Program
This bachelor's degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. Accreditation is a critical factor to consider if you plan to pursue a license as a Professional Engineer.
On-Campus or Online Electrical Engineering Degree
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Satisfy the eligibility requirement to sit for the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination. Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, passing the FE exam is required as the first step to pursue a license as a Professional Engineer in all 50 states.
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Join one of the many student groups like Engineers Without Borders or the Society for Women Engineers and give back to communities across the world.
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Design a system, component or process to meet goals within realistic budget, compliance, manufacturing and other real-world constraints.
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For those who are Active Duty, this program is AU-ABC degree eligible.
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Pair your engineering degree with an additional focus in computer science, aerospace or biomedical engineering.
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Learn to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data.
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What can you do with an Electrical Engineering degree?
Electrical Engineering Degree Courses
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Best Online Electrical Engineering Degree
Online Electrical Engineering Degree
Military Friendly® School
UND is a top college for military affiliates. In fact, 1 in 7 students are veterans, active duty, spouses, or military dependents.
- Dedicated Support Services: You’ll have access to the Veteran & Military Services office, where you can get personalized help with VA benefits, advising, scholarships, and counseling resources.
- Military Affiliated Peer Support (MAPS): At UND, you’ll find peer student support staff ready to guide you, offer encouragement, and connect you with the resources you need to achieve your academic and personal goals.
- ROTC Programs: If you’re looking to grow as a leader, UND’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs provide you with hands-on leadership training and the opportunity to build lasting camaraderie.
- Priority Registration: Individuals using VA funding benefit from priority course registration, ensuring you can build a schedule that fits your other commitments.
FAQs
Electrical engineers are in charge of designing, developing and maintaining electrical systems, devices and technologies across various industries.
Typically, it takes four to five years to complete an online Electrical Engineering degree, depending on course load.
An online Electrical Engineering degree opens doors to a variety of dynamic careers in fields like telecommunications, power systems, electronics and control systems. Opportunities include roles in design, research, testing, development and automation.
Pursuing an online Electrical Engineering degree offers several benefits. It provides working professionals with flexible scheduling options, allowing study from any location and the opportunity to customize the learning experience to fit individual timetables. Additionally, at UND, online students can join the Society of Distance Engineering Students, an exclusive club designed to support and connect online engineering learners.
Indeed, online Electrical Engineering degrees can hold accreditation. UND's undergraduate program, for example, is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.), affirming that it adheres to rigorous quality standards. This accreditation applies to both the on-campus and the online students.
All online Electrical Engineering degree students pay the say affordable tuition rates regardless of their legal residency. Visit our Tuition & Aid page for details.
UND is committed to assisting students in funding their education, providing over $105 million in financial aid annually. A range of financial aid options offered by UND, including scholarships (merit-based), grants (need-based), and loans, help students alleviate college costs.
Engineering Clean Water
Jonathan Wirkkala started at UND as an online student while on active duty in the Air Force. Now he's president of Engineers Without Borders working to bring clean water to Guatemala.