Electrical Engineering (Electric Power and Energy Systems) ,BSE
Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Energy, Fuel Cells, Power Generation, Power Grid, Power Industry, Power System, Solar, approved for STEM-OPT extension, conventional power generation, nuclear energy, renewable energy, sustainable energy, wind
You could be designing the energy infrastructure that powers entire cities. With the global shift toward smart grids and sustainable power systems, electrical engineers who specialize in energy are addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges. Gain the expertise to thrive in this sector while building a recession-proof career.
In the Bachelor of Science in Engineering program in electrical engineering with a concentration in electric power and energy systems, you are prepared for positions in industries that deal with the generation, transmission and use of electric power. Generation includes conventional power generation (fossil fuel and nuclear) and alternative energy systems, such as solar, wind and fuel cells.
You first complete the foundation courses in math, science and engineering. Next, you take the pathway course in energy systems and power electronics, and complete nine of the 15 technical elective credit hours with electrical power and energy systems courses. Your senior design capstone project focuses on the area of electric power and energy systems.
Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Program Criteria.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
- Location: Tempe or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
- First required math course: MAT 265 - Calculus for Engineers I
- Math
intensity: Substantial
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional requirements:
The admission standards for majors in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, shown below, are higher than minimum university admission standards. International students must meet the same admission standards, with the possible additional requirement of a minimum English language proficiency test score. If the university requires an English proficiency test score from the applicant, then admission to engineering requires requires a minimum total TOEFL iBT® score of 4 with a minimum section score of 3.5 (Reading: 3.5, Writing: 3.5, Listening: 3.5, Speaking: 3.5), or a score of 79 (taken at a testing center) if taken before January 21, 2026; or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5; a minimum PTE score of 58; a minimum Duolingo English score of 105; or a minimum Cambridge English exam score of 176.
First-year admission:
- minimum 1210 SAT combined evidence-based reading and writing plus math score or minimum 24 ACT combined score, or a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 3.00 in ASU competency courses, or class ranking in top 25% of high school class, and
- no high school math or science competency deficiencies
Transfer admission requirements:
Transfer students with fewer than 24 transferable college credit hours: Transfer students with 24 or more transferable college credit hours must meet EITHER the primary OR the secondary criteria (not both): Primary criteria Secondary criteria
Admission requirements for many majors in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering are higher than university admission standards.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
- Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering, with focus on electrical power systems.
Students gain valuable experience when studying abroad, enhancing their resumes. With more than 300 programs available, study abroad enables students to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Students in electrical engineering get hands-on experience in a variety of international locations. In a competitive field, students stand out with the heightened cultural competency as well as leadership and critical thinking skills they acquired while studying abroad.
Career opportunities for graduates with a concentration in electric power and energy systems include positions with:
- engineering consulting firms
- entrepreneurial startups
- power equipment manufacturers
- research and design organizations
- state, federal and municipal agencies
- utility companies
This concentration also prepares students to pursue graduate degrees in the areas of:
- power generation
- power systems
- power transmission and distribution
- renewable and sustainable energy sources
Graduates are also prepared for continued learning experiences, either in a formal graduate program or in continuing education applications.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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6.1%
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$134,960
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7.3%
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$161,740
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7.2%
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$120,630
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6.2%
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$130,220
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2.1%
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$122,930
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-1.1%
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$133,970
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6.2%
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$130,220
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2.1%
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$122,930
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11.9%
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$134,050
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2.1%
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$122,930
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ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
Students should note that not all programs within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering lead to professional licensure.
Electrical Engineering Program
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Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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