The master's degree program in Electrical Engineering provides advanced preparation for professional practice through a highly customizable, coursework-based curriculum.
The information on this page is intended for external applicants who wish to pursue the MS degree on a full-time basis. Please see below for other MS admission processes in the EE department.
- Are you a current Stanford undergraduate student? See Coterm Admissions Overview
- Are you a current Stanford doctoral student outside the EE department? See Adding the MS Overview
Application Timeline & Deadlines
| September 12, 2024 | Online application opens |
| October 09, 2024 | Knight-Hennessy Scholars (KHS) application deadline. KHS is an optional scholarship program. Read description below. |
| November 5, 2024 | Deadline to take TOEFL to ensure timely arrival of scores |
| December 6, 2024 | Deadline for Autumn 2025-2026 |
| Late February 2025 | Notification of admission decision sent via email |
| April 15, 2025 | Deadline for admitted students to respond to offer of admission |
Click on the links below to read about each step of the application process:
Did You Know?
The MS program in Electrical Engineering leads to a terminal degree. Students who wish to enter the PhD program must apply through the general PhD admission process.
• Applications are reviewed on an annual basis for autumn quarter start only.
• December 6, 2024 is the application deadline for Autumn 2025-2026.
• MS students complete 45 units of study based on an individually designed course plan that satisfies the department's depth, breadth, and technical course requirements. There is no thesis requirement.
• Typical completion time for the MS degree is 1.5-2 years for full-time students.
• Applications are reviewed on an annual basis for autumn quarter start only.
• December 6, 2024 is the application deadline for Autumn 2025-2026.
• MS students complete 45 units of study based on an individually designed course plan that satisfies the department's depth, breadth, and technical course requirements. There is no thesis requirement.
• Typical completion time for the MS degree is 1.5-2 years for full-time students.
Knight-Hennessy Scholars
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program is designed to build a interdisciplinary community of Stanford graduate students dedicated to finding creative solutions to the world's greatest challenges. The program awards up to 100 high-achieving students every year with full funding to pursue a graduate education at Stanford, including the M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. To be considered, you must apply to Knight-Hennessy Scholars application deadline, and separately apply to the Electrical Engineering department.
Additional Resources
| MS Financial Assistance | Learn about funding options for MS students in our department. |
| MS FAQ | Find answers to frequently asked questions. |
| Joint Degree Programs | Explore pathways to pursue the MS in Electrical Engineering concurrently with a professional degree (MBA, JD). |
| Graduate Degree Progress | Learn about the MS degree milestones. |
| EE Graduate Handbook | Read about our degree requirements in detail. |