Students looking to advance their knowledge in electronics have many options for schools. Electronics-related programs, which are available as both undergraduate and graduate programs, can be found at most colleges and universities.
10 Schools with Electronics Programs
Listed below are 10 schools with electronic programs and their tuition rates for 2015-2016.
| College/University | Location | Institution Type | Degrees Offered | Undergraduate Tuition & Fees (2015-2016)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe, AZ | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $10,158 in-state, $25,458 out-of-state |
| Miami Dade College | Miami, FL | 4-year, Public | Associate's, Bachelor's | $2,834 in-state, $9,661 out-of-state |
| Ohio State University | Columbus, OH | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $10,037 in-state, $27,365 out-of-state |
| University of Florida | Gainesville, FL | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $6,381 in-state, $28,659 out-of-state |
| University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | Minneapolis, MN | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $13,790 in-state, $22,210 out-of-state |
| University of Central Florida | Orlando, FL | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $6,368 in-state, $22,467 out-of-state |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Austin, TX | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $9,806 in-state, $34,676 out-of-state |
| Texas A & M University | College Station, TX | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $10,176 in-state, $28,768 out-of-state |
| Michigan State University | East Lansing, MI | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $13,560 in-state, $36,360 out-of-state |
| University of South Florida | Tampa, FL | 4-year, Public | Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral | $6,410 in-state, $17,324 out-of-state |
Source: *National Center for Education Statistics
College Selection Criteria
Because of the number of specializations and fields offered by electronics schools, students usually first narrow down their college options by the field of study. Consider the following when looking for electronics schools:
- Depending on a student's career goals, one should consider a program in electronic fields like engineering, technology, applied sciences, or vocational studies.
- While some fields in electronics are more academic and classroom-based, others offer more hands-on opportunities.
- Students earning a bachelor's degree, especially in an engineering field, often are qualified for more advanced positions.
- Students looking to go straight into the workforce may consider an associate's degree which can qualify one for licensure.
Degrees related to electronics can be earned from many universities around the country. Advancement can be aided by earning higher degrees, which are offered from most 4-year colleges.
