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Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Nearly every EECS course is taught by one of our award-winning faculty members, not a teaching assistant. Thirteen computer labs and nine hardware labs provide our students with ample resources to achieve their academic goals. EECS graduates have aquired positions at a wide range of companies, government agencies, and research institutions, including Fortune 500 companies such as Garmin, T-mobile, Honeywell, and Northrop-Grumman.

Main Sections

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Computer Science
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Computer Engineering
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Electrical Engineering
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Interdisciplinary Computing

Notable Stats

75%
Of EECS Graduate Students Receive Funding from Assistantships or Fellowships
$1.7 M
Spent on laboratory equipment in the past six years

Graduate Research Opportunities

Graduate research opportunities are available to EECS students at both of our associated research centers: CReSIS and I2S, as well as many of other research center across campus.

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Cutting-Edge Degree Programs

A variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are available to students seeking to pursue a career in cutting-edge technology fields, including our new undergraduate Interdisciplinary Computing program.

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KU EECS Distinguished Service Award

We are now accepting applications for the 2024 KEDS award
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EECS News

EECS Honors Excellence: Highlights from the 2024 Graduation Dinner and Awards Ceremony

The EECS Graduation Dinner and Awards Ceremony, held on April 25, 2024, marked a significant celebration of the accomplishments of EECS graduates and honored students for their exceptional performance in undergraduate and graduate studies.

KU IEEE Chapter Shines at IEEE Region 5 Annual Meeting!

KU IEEE Makes a Splash at Region 5 Annual Meeting! This past weekend, April 13-14, 2024, the University of Kansas IEEE chapter made history by attending the IEEE Region 5 Annual Meeting in Springdale, Arkansas!

EECS Supercomputing Club Shines in 2024 Single Board Cluster Competition

We are thrilled to share some exciting news from the EECS Supercomputing Club! In the recently concluded 2024 Single Board Cluster Competition (SBCC), the Club achieved remarkable success, showcasing dedication and expertise in high-performance computing. Here are the highlights of the Club's achievement:

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