Why choose UD ECE?
Why ECE at UD?
Here’s what makes the electrical and computer engineering department at the University of Delaware unique:
World-Class Faculty
Our faculty have been involved in the creation of the Internet, the fastest supercomputer in the world, and sensor technology in iPhones. They are on the cutting edge of imaging through walls with terahertz radiation, the discovery of new sources of hydrogen energy, the nanofabrication of next-generation solar cells, and computational systems biology for advances in medicine. This innovation has yielded accolades for our faculty, including 10 National Science Foundation CAREER awards, three Office of Naval Research Young investigator Awards, eight IEEE/OSA Fellows and two Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors.
Low Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Most research universities have enormous student bodies with 20 or more undergraduate students per faculty member. In UD ECE, we have only about 11 students per faculty, a number that is among the lowest nationwide.
Combine a low student-to-faculty ratio with world class faculty, and you get opportunities for undergraduate students to do groundbreaking research as early as their sophomore year. Many Delaware undergraduates publish papers in scholarly journals or attend conferences all over the country before receiving their Bachelor’s degree!
Vibrant Student Organizations
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Delaware offers a vibrant array of student organizations that foster community, professional development, and academic excellence. From the Women in ECE (WECE) group, which creates a supportive environment for female students through social and educational events, to the IEEE student chapter, which connects students with industry professionals and emerging technologies, these organizations enrich the student experience. The Eta Kappa Nu Honor Society recognizes top-performing students and provides mentorship and academic support, while the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program engages students in interdisciplinary research alongside faculty mentors. Together, these groups cultivate leadership, collaboration, and innovation among ECE students at UD.
Location, Location, Location
The University of Delaware is located on a beautiful suburban campus within three hours driving distance of four major cities: Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York. No other major engineering campus is similarly located.