Overview

A Masters and/or Ph.D. Degree in Computer Engineering (CpE) from the University of Central Florida provides endless opportunities for exciting, rewarding and successful careers in a mind-bending number of different and unique fields. The Computer Engineering degree program in the School of EECS produces graduates with a high level of competency in understanding, applying, and enunciating the modern concepts, principles, methods, and theories necessary for the design and implementation of computing systems and engineering.

The Computer Engineering graduate program also gives students an in-depth education that will meet the needs of business and industry in Florida and throughout the United States now and for decades to come.

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Computer Engineering Graduate Handbook

FAQ

How do I apply?

For information on general UCF graduate admissions requirements that apply to all prospective students, please visit the Admissions and Registration section of the Graduate Catalog. Applicants must apply online. Please be sure to submit all requested material by the established deadline(s).

The School of Engineering and Computer Science requires that you fill out a pre-application form before you complete the application for graduate admission. The deadlines for the pre-application form can be found on the Prospective Student Page on the College of Engineering and Computer Science website.

When do I apply?

The best time to apply for admission to the program is for the fall semester when the first two beginning courses are offered. Students who have sufficient background can apply to any of the three semesters during the year (fall, spring, and summer). The application deadlines are: July 15 (fall semester), Dec 1 (Spring semester), and April 15 (Summer semester). (We also try to accommodate late applications if possible.) Please use the university's academic calendar to find important dates and other deadlines.

What are the admission requirements?

Please use the information on the Admissions Tab of this web section.

What is the cost for the program?

There is significant cost difference in tuition and fees between Florida residents and non-Florida residents. Please use the current tuition link for information about the cost for tuition and fees.

Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans. For more information, see Financing Grad School, which describes the types of financial assistance available at UCF and provides general guidance in planning your graduate finances. The Financial Information section of the Graduate Catalog is another key resource.

What are Fellowships?

Fellowships are awarded based on academic merit to highly qualified students. They are paid to students through the Office of Student Financial Assistance, based on instructions provided by Graduate Studies. Fellowships are given to support a student's graduate study and do not have a work obligation. For more information, see Financing Grad School, which includes descriptions of UCF fellowships and what you should do to be considered for a fellowship.

For more information on Graduate Fellowships, visit:

E-mail: gradfellowship@mail.ucf.edu
Web: www.graduate.ucf.edu

Where do I get information on Graduate Financial Aid?

UCF Student Financial Assistance
Millican Hall 120
Telephone:  407-823-2827 
Appointment Line:  407-823-5285 
Fax: 407-823-5241
E-mail: finaid@mail.ucf.edu
Web: http://finaid.ucf.edu

How do I contact Graduate Admissions or a Graduate Admissions Counselor?

E-mail: gradadmissions@mail.ucf.edu
Telephone: + (407) 823-2766
Online Application
Graduate Admissions

UCF Graduate Studies Mailing Address:
UCF Graduate Studies
Millican Hall 230
PO Box 160112
Orlando, FL 32816-0112

Institution Codes:
GRE: 5233
GMAT: RZT (College Code: 9R)
TOEFL: 5233

Where else can I find information about the EECS Graduate Programs?

In the Graduate Handbook for the College of Engineering and Computer Science.