Master's in Electrical Engineering

The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) has a rich history of academic excellence and has become a prominent center for research, particularly in fields like Arctic studies, engineering, natural sciences, and environmental research. The University of Alaska Fairbanks prides itself on its commitment to academic rigor and research excellence, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs that cater to the needs of a rapidly changing world. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research and hands-on learning, UAF equips its students with the skills and knowledge necessary to tackle the complex challenges of today's society and make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world at large.

Learn how to design, program and fly a drone to map land or monitor a wildfire. Build a cube-sat to collect and download information from space. Design and integrate renewable energy systems for the future power grid. Or develop a wireless system to control the lights and appliances in your home from your smart phone. You can do all of this and more when you earn your master’s degree in electrical engineering at UAF. Our nationally and globally recognized faculty have research expertise in areas such as wireless sensor networks, renewable energy, unmanned aeronautical systems and engineering in extreme environments — just to name a few. A variety of research and internship opportunities are also available with Alaska-based industries and federal agencies such as NASA, DOE and NREL.