MarElectrical and Computer EngineeringUniversity of Maryland

Program Info

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake.

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: Feb 26, 2027 | Mar 26, 2027).

Official sources are the final authority

Statement of purpose

Graduate School suggests about 1,000–2,000 words.

CV or resume

Writing sample

Optional

Optional.

Recommendation letters x 3

Three required.

Unofficial transcript(s)

Transcripts required; official records typically requested after admission.

Official sources are the final authority

Academic: Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.5/4.0; B+ (3.5) or better expected. In exceptional cases, applicants with a lower GPA may be admitted.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Undergraduate degree in electrical or computer engineering or a related field (math, computer science, physics, or other areas of engineering).
IELTS: 7.0 overall (R7.0, L7.0, S6.5, W7.0); Graduate School full-enrollment minimum.
TOEFL: New scale: 5.0 overall (R5.0, L5.0, S4.5, W5.0) | Old scale: 96 overall (R26, L24, S22, W24); Graduate School full-enrollment minimum. New scale for tests on/after 21 Jan 2026.; Graduate School full-enrollment minimum. Old scale for tests on/before 20 Jan 2026.
GRE: Optional; Optional for Fall 2027. No minimum GRE score published.