4.5 Year(s)
Program Duration
PhD
Degree Type
654 (2026)
Program rank
For the 2026 academic cycle, the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering at the University of South Florida (USF) is a research-intensive program focused on advanced technical leadership and academic careers. Specializations include AI/Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Renewable Energy, Robotics, and Nanoelectronics.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering at the University of South Florida (USF) is a research-intensive program focused on advanced technical leadership and academic careers.
The program requires 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree: Minimum 30 hours of formal graduate courses plus 8 hours of advanced mathematics/statistics. Minimum 20 hours of dissertation research (EEL 7980) and participation in the Graduate Seminar. Students with an external Master's may transfer up to 30 credit hours toward the 72-hour requirement.