MSc

Electrical and Computer Engineering: Smart Grid and Power Systems

Learn more about studying Electrical and Computer Engineering: Smart Grid and Power Systems as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    16,200USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug

Program overview

What Lewis University says about their program:

The Lewis University Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (MSECE) program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and mindset to advance in your engineering career and make significant contributions to the discipline. The MSECE degree combines several related disciplines, including Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, and Software Engineering. Expertise in any of these fields is in high demand in the technical industry.

Students who choose this concentration will gain specialized knowledge in the operation, design and maintenance of large scale, reliable and safe energy and power systems. The program also includes a strong emphasis on renewable and sustainable energy sources, and the design and analysis of modern smart grids and microgrids.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Applicants to Bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma with a 2.5 GPA (or equivalent) that is eligible for further academic studies in the country where it was earned.

Postgraduate academic requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo English Test

    105

  • PTE Academic

    52

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Online application
  • Secondary School Transcripts, or National Exam results
  • Secondary school completion certificate
  • English Proficiency exam scores
  • Copy of passport

Postgraduate

  • Graduate Application
  • Bachelor Degree Transcripts (for students with a USA bachelor degree)
  • Transcript Equivalency evaluation (if your bachelor degree is from outside the USA)
  • English Proficiency exam score
  • Statement of Purpose essay
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Copy of passport
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    $37,592 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    $20,000 per year

Funding

International Student Scholarship

- **Amount:** $16,000 - $18,000 - **Requirements:* 3.0 - 3.5 GPA. This scholarship is awarded automatically based on the student's GPA.
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What is the cost of living near Lewis University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652Range: $1,046 to $4,269
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349Range: $891 to $2,857
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214Range: $130 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61Range: $30 to $110
Monthly public transport pass$65Range: $35 to $138
Monthly grocery basket$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink$5Range: $3 to $9
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15Range: $11 to $23
Gym membership$45Range: $20 to $135

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Lewis University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.