If your eyes light up at the thought of a career working with electronics, a degree in Electrical Engineering may be a great fit for you.

Types of Degrees

Electrical Engineering students can pursue an associate degree (2 years), bachelor's degree (4 years), or master's degree (6-7 years). An associate degree is usually obtained in two years and is less expensive per semester than a bachelor's degree. In this field, an associate degree typically leads to employment as an Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician while someone earning a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering typically goes on to become an Electrical and Electronics Engineer. Master's degrees usually lead to management positions.

Admission Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a strong academic background in math and science coursework helping applicants obtain acceptance into their desired school. Experience working with electronics through a job or an extracurricular club/organization is also highly valued. Each school has its own specific requirements, making it important for you to explore several options before settling on a school.

Career Opportunities After Earning An Electrical Engineering Degree

The range of career opportunities available to someone with a degree in Electrical Engineering include:

• Electrical and Electronics Engineer
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician
• Information based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.

Post Graduate Salary Information

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for an Electrical and Electronics Engineer was $109,010 in 2023 ¹ while Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians earned a median salary of $72,800 in 2023 ².

Note that the average salary varies widely not only depending on career chosen, but on geographical location and employer. Conditions in your area may vary.

References

1. Bureau of Labor Statistics
2. Bureau of Labor Statistics

• Careers associated with these educational opportunities often require additional degrees and certifications not offered as part of the educational opportunities presented by this website.
• Information based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.