Deadlines

UW ECE enrolls students in the Professional Master’s Program once per year, in autumn quarter. If you would like to discuss the possibility of an off-quarter start, please email ecepmp@uw.edu.

Please review this information carefully. Deadlines and application requirements have changed for the Fall 2025 application cycle. Applications will open for Fall 2025 on October 1, 2024.

	APPLICATION DEADLINE	DECISION NOTIFICATION	ELIGIBILITY
Cycle 1	January 6, 2025	April 1, 2025	International and domestic full-time students only (priority consideration)
Cycle 2	March 14, 2025	May 15, 2025	International and domestic full-time students (limited spots) Part time students and working professionals
Cycle 3	May 15, 2025	June 13, 2025	Part-time students and working professionals only

 

Criteria for Admission

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a STEM discipline.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale for the last 90 graded quarter credits or 60 graded semester credits. If you do not meet the minimum GPA requirement, please email us at ecepmp@uw.edu for additional guidance.
• Professional experience, either through internships or full-time roles, is highly recommended.

Prerequisites

Students with a strong academic record who hold a degree in a technical field such as mathematics, physics, computer science, or another branch of engineering can expect to perform well in the UW ECE Professional Master’s Program.

All applicants should have completed coursework or be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:

Calculus and Differential Equations Calculus concepts including partial differentiation, multiple integration, and functions of several variables. Essential for modeling and solving engineering problems involving multi-dimensional systems. At UW: MATH 124 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I, MATH 125 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II, MATH 126 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III, MATH 324 Advanced Multivariable Calculus I, MATH 307 Introduction to Differential Equations

Linear Algebra Matrix operations, solving linear systems of equations, and understanding eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Essential for analyzing and solving complex engineering and computer science problems. At UW: MATH 308 Matrix Algebra with Application

Programming Skills Programming languages (such as Python, C++, C), basic time and space complexity, data structures (arrays, queues, stacks, tree), algorithms (search and tree traversal). At UW: CSE 121, 122, & 123 Introduction to Computer Programming

Probability and Statistics Probability theory, descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and hypothesis testing. Provides tools for data analysis, modeling, and decision-making in engineering and scientific research. At UW: IND E 315 or STAT 390

For applicants who intend to complete PMP coursework in traditional electrical engineering areas, the following courses are strongly recommended:

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering Introduction to basic electrical principles, circuit analysis, and electronic devices. Covers Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws, and the behavior of resistors, capacitors, and inductors in circuits. At UW: EE 215 Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering

Signal and Information Processing Understanding of the analysis and manipulation of signals, including filtering, modulation, and transformation. Focuses on both analog and digital signal processing techniques and their applications. At UW: EE 241 Programming for Signal and Information Processing Applications and EE 242 Signal Processing I

Waves Understanding of the properties and behavior of waves, including reflection, refraction, diffraction, and interference. Emphasizes mechanical waves, sound waves, and electromagnetic waves. At UW: PHYS 123 Waves

Mechanics and Electromagnetism Understanding of fundamental principles of mechanics and electromagnetism, including Newton’s laws, work and energy, electric fields, magnetic fields, and Maxwell’s equations. Applications to real-world engineering problems. At UW: PHYS 121 Mechanics and PHYS 122 Electromagnetism

Circuit Theory Knowledge of electrical circuits, including network theorems, transient and steady-state analysis, and AC/DC circuits. Emphasizes the design and analysis of complex circuits and their components. At UW: EE 233 Circuit Theory

 

Required Application Materials

All application materials are submitted online. Create a profile and apply online through the UW Graduate School Application and select “Graduate” under application type, then “Electrical Engineering (MSEE) PMP – Seattle” under program.

Transcripts

Upload electronic copies of unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. We highly recommend that applicants from international institutions with non 4.0 grading scales submit a credential evaluation as well.

Statement of Purpose

In a statement no more than two pages, double-spaced, please address the following prompts:

• What do you hope to gain from your graduate studies that will be useful for your long-term career goals? Explain what specific aspects of the PMP are of most interest to you and why the program is a good fit for your career goals and aspirations.
• What unique contributions do you bring that will enhance the learning experience of your peers? If you possess a background or experience that could significantly enrich the program and student community, please describe it. This could include educational or cultural opportunities, social and economic challenges you have overcome, leadership experience, or other unusual influences on your intellectual development.
• Describe a complex problem you have encountered in your academic or professional life. How did you approach this problem and how did this experience showcase your curiosity, resourcefulness, creativity, and/or ability to innovate? Reflect on what this experience taught you and how it has prepared you for graduate studies.

Letters of Recommendation

Provide the current email addresses of two recommenders who can speak to your skills, character, and ability to be successful in graduate school. The application system will send an automatic request to the recommender to submit their letter via a personalized link. We recommend you submit the email addresses at least one month ahead of the deadline in order to give recommenders sufficient time to submit the recommendation. It is your responsibility to work with your recommenders to ensure submission by the deadline.

Résumé or CV

Upload a current resume or CV to your online application. Although you do not need to have a professional background to apply, the committee considers relevant professional experience when making its decisions. Professional experience is strongly recommended.

English Language Proficiency

Non-native English speakers must provide evidence of proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2. To be a competitive applicant, we highly suggest that you meet the “ELP Satisfied” recommended scores.

Application Fee

Submit the above materials with the Graduate School application application fee of $90.

Only complete applications will be considered. Please designate recommenders within the online application and request English proficiency test scores (if required) in advance of the application deadline to ensure they arrive in time. Applications that are missing any required elements by the deadline will be considered incomplete and will be not be reviewed. You can monitor completion on your Application Status page.