Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science is a vibrant academic and research community of scholars.
We encourage you to become familiar with the research areas in the Department, to reach out to our faculty for support, and to become actively engaged in the Department community. One way we encourage our students to become involved is by attending the colloquium series we hold throughout the academic year. This is an opportunity to learn about advances in the academic community and to network with faculty and students from across campus.
We are committed to helping you achieve your career goals. Students can take full advantage of what the University has to offer by learning about the graduate resources available in the College and the campus resources available at the University.
For the most current information about your particular degree of study, you can refer to the Graduate Course Catalog. The Graduate School maintains a checklist of Graduate Requirements that all graduate students should be familiar with to ensure they are on track for degree completion. This site also has many necessary forms, dates and deadlines, and access to resources. Engineering and Computer Science IT Support (CIT)
Here you will find the most frequently asked questions as well as technology and procedural how-to's. We hope that this resource will assist you in finding all the correct answers or assist you in finding answers to your questions!
These FAQ's are to be used only as a tool, please refer to the Syracuse University - Course Catalog for specific information on your program of study.
EECS Alumni
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Graduates of our department who apply for work visa or permanent residency/green card often need verification of the skills they obtained during their graduate studies. To request a “Skills Verification” letter please follow the below steps:
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Complete the ECS Internship Application Form: https://syracuseuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ezfkHtpcYnbgD41 Questions should be sent to contacts listed |
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Requests for Employment Verifications should be sent to Contact HR - Human Resources – Syracuse University. |
Prospective and Admitted Students
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Graduate - ECS – Syracuse University-information for prospective students, including the application process |
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Grant/Merit scholarship will be applied to your student account after the drop deadline and before the bill is due Consideration for scholarships is given at time of application review. No further funding is available after admission. |
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Bridge courses cannot be waived, and must be completed during the first semester you are enrolled To enroll in your bridge courses e-mail eecsstaff@syr.edu. The email should include your name, SUID, and course name and number for registration, use Bridge Coursework Registration in the subject line. If you were not assigned a bridge course during the admission process but would like to take one a one-on-one meeting with the department chair can be arranged to determine if the course will be beneficial for your academic success. |
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Graduate Admission Transcript Requirement - Syracuse.edu To submit your transcript by mail/express delivery or by electronic delivery directly from the institution: MAIL OR DHL: Graduate Admissions Processing 400 Ostrom Avenue Syracuse, NY 13244 THE INSTITUTION SENDS DIRECTLY USING SECURELINK |
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4+1 (BSMS) Program Invitations are made to rising seniors after completion of their junior year, eligible students will be notified via email and asked to apply after posting of spring grades. Accepted students will be notified after the application review is completed. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Overall GPA 3.3 or better; and Completion of three of the following four courses with B+ or better in each course*
Student has completed no more than 4 technical electives (leaving at least 2 technical electives) COMPUTER ENGINEERING Overall GPA 3.3 or better; and Completion of three of the following four courses with B+ or better in each course*
Student has completed no more than 4 technical electives (leaving at least 2 technical electives) COMPUTER SCIENCE Overall GPA 3.3 or better; and Completion of three of the following four courses with B+ or better in each course*
Student has completed no more than 4 upper-division electives (leaving at least 2 upper-division electives). *Note: If only three of the four courses have been completed, student may be conditionally accepted until the course is completed, and the minimal grade of B+ has been earned. The applicant must be registered for, and complete, the remaining course during the fall semester. Acceptance will be made official provided the stated criteria (course completion, minimal course grade, and overall GPA) have been met at the end of the semester. For more information, e-mail eecsadmissions@syr.edu |
Current Students
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University Questions and Answers |
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Students can see past, current and early enrollment verifications, additional information can be found at enrollment verifications |
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Students who are in their last semester are allowed to register for less than a full course of study but must enroll in classes that meet on campus for the entire semester and must file a Last Semester Memo with the Center for International Services. How to File a Last Semester Memo:
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Once you file your diploma request during early registration of your final semester in My Slice, your OPT letter will be sent to your SU email address before your final semester classes start. |
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Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Guidelines for EECS International Students What is Curricular Practical Training (CPT)? CPT is intended to provide international students work experience directly related, and integral to, a student’s degree. While not intended for general, ongoing work authorization, CPT can help students build their professional network while they are enrolled as a student providing learning outside of their classrooms. Who is eligible for CPT? A student must be in valid F-1-status and have been a full-time student in the U.S. for one academic year (Fall and Spring semesters) before participating in CPT. CPT is not available for students who have completed their coursework and completed their program of study. CPT approval is authorized for one semester (Fall, Spring, or Summer) new CPT paperwork must be submitted and approved each semester. Approval from EECS is required for CPT. CPT Eligibility requirements: Fall Admits
Spring Admits
Academics will be reviewed at time of CPT request and considered as part of the CPT application process. CPT application process: Step 1: Please highlight all information in yellow. Provide a formal offer letter, on company letterhead, which includes all of the following:
Spring 2024 semester: Placement can run from January 16, 2024-May 7, 2024 and must start no later than January 23, 2024 (add deadline). Your spring CPT can end no earlier than the week of April 29, 2024. Summer 2024 semester: Placement can run from May 13, 2024-August 27, 2024 (tentative) and must start no later than May 6, 2024. **Please note: If CPT is being completed in your final semester your placement must end on or before the final day of your final semester-May 7, 2024. Step 2: Identify a EECS full-time faculty sponsor who will monitor progress and assign a grade complete the Independent Study Form with them.
Fall and Spring CPT only: Full-Time Certification Form must be completed if you will be registered for less than 9 credits while completing your CPT. If this will be your final semester please see Last Semester Memo-above. Step 3:
Additional Notes:
Employee Internship Introduction Letter.docx.pdf form-independent-study-course-proposal.pdf ***CPT policy is subject to change, check back for updates*** |
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How do I apply for RA and TA positions?
- Research Assistantship appointments: Contact the faculty member with whom you want to work.
- Teaching Assistantship appointments: TA application requests will be sent out to EECS students in late fall (Nov., Dec.) and early spring (March).
Reminder, first year MS students will not be considered for TA positions in their first semester of study.
How will I be notified of a TA appointment?
- Fall semester offer letters will be emailed by July 7
- Spring semester offer letters will be emailed by December 20
Additional Notes:
- Those who do not receive stipend-bearing TA offer may be considered for hourly positions depending on department needs and positions available.
- Please do not resend inquiries or requests for additional consideration after the deadline mentioned in the TA information/application email.
Students must register for classes as soon as open enrollment starts, all students with an assistantship appointment must be registered for classes.
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I’m a new student hire, what should I do? Visit You’re Hired - 'Cuse Works – Syracuse University for important employee related information For issues with your personal payroll account contact payroll@syr.edu or 315-443-4042 (option2) Visit Recording Time to learn how to complete your timesheet Reminder, you must clock in and out each time you work a shift. If your timesheet needs to be corrected contact Cynthia Bromka-Skafidas at skafidas@syr.edu immediately |
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I am a RA. How do I get a key to the lab? Please have your advisor email Shawn Knight slknight@syr.edu and request a key. What should I do with my lab key at the end of the semester? All keys are to be returned to Shawn Knight in person. Do not leave the key with a fellow student or faculty member. It is your responsibility to turn in your own key! I am locked out of my lab. Whom should I contact? During normal office hours, you can contact any staff member in the department to give you access to your lab. Call (315) 443-2652 weekdays until 5 p.m. during the academic year and 4:30 p.m. during the summer. Weekends– Please contact DPS at (315) 443-2224 I am a TA. Will I be assigned an office for office hours? EECS Dept. currently has 2 TA rooms that are available to be used for office hours located in the basement of CST. Each door has a sign-up sheet that is used to reserve the room. |
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Transferring within EECS from one program to another
Transferring into EECS from another College
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If you have a hold on your account, you will see a red circle with a line through it. Click on that and it will indicate which office to contact. All registration should be completed before the add deadline. (See Academic Calendar). Academic questions regarding registration of a class should be sent to your academic advisor. Questions regarding difficulties using MySlice can be answered here, https://answers.syr.edu/display/RO/Registration+-+Getting+Help or you can contact IT if the problem persists. If the add deadline has passed, MySlice will not allow you register; this policy is strictly enforced. Generally, residential students do not take online courses as our department does not offer them. If our department is offering an online class for residential students, the department will notify students via SU e-mail. When searching for classes, be sure to select in-person classes from the drop-down menu. (2U on-line classes are for students in the on-line program and not eligible to be taken by residential students.) Taking a Winterlude course - if you are here on a "F or J” VISA - please contact the International Office before registering for Winterlude to see what immigration rules may or may not apply. |
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It is recommended to drop classes before the add deadline. If the add deadline has passed, MySlice will not allow you to drop a class on-line if you are an international student; All international students have blocks on their accounts to stop them from dropping below full-time without first consulting with their program and with the Center for International Services. In these situations, either the student or department can reach out to us directly stating that they are international, wish to go below full-time, and specify the class(es) they want to drop. Registrar’s office will then consult with CIS to confirm this won’t impact their visa, and then if approved, would drop them from the class. If it is not your last semester, you cannot drop below 9 credits if you are a full-time student. Students on an F1 Visa must apply for their last semester memo if 9 credits are not needed for degree completion in the last semester of enrollment. |
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Students will complete applicable information on the Independent Study Form and send to your faculty sponsor for signature After the faculty sponsor (must be f/t faculty from EECS) signs the Proposal for Independent Study, the student must email the form to After the Graduate Program Director approves, it will be forwarded to: Cynthia Salanger who will review the form and e-mail it to the Registrar’s office (with a cc to student). Registrar’s office will post the Independent Study to your course registration. (Please allow 7-10 business days or longer during high volume periods). PhD students - will send Cynthia Salanger the Proposal for Independent Study form after their PhD advisor signs the form - she will get the other needed signatures. |
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Be aware, throughout the semester, of the Academic Calendar and plan accordingly. The student is responsible for adhering to deadlines. Remember forms, petitions and other academic paperwork processing can take up to 5 business days to be reviewed. Do not wait until a deadline to submit paperwork. Graduate students can withdraw from classes on their own through MySlice; however, if they’re planning to withdraw under full-time credits then they’ll need to submit a Class Withdrawal Petition for review no later than the Withdrawal Deadline. |
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Complete the Application for Readmission/ Termination of Leave of Absence and submit to eecsstaff@syr.edu |
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- Reach out to the instructor or TA if you need help in your class.
- MS programs:
- Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering e-mail Dr. Qinru Qiu or visit her during open office hours.
- MS Computer Science, e-mail Dr. Nadeem Ghani or visit him during open office hours.
- Cybersecurity, e-mail Dr. Shiu-Kai Chin for an appointment.
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QE1 are generally administered each spring semester, the 2023-2024 QE1 has been set for January 8, 2024.
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- QE2 committee consists of the advisor and one other EECS tenured/tenure-track faculty member (no formal approval needed). Any exceptions require department chair approval.
- Focus: presentation of a written report and an oral critique of one or more publications. The successful student will demonstrate their ability to understand and analyze publications, as well as write and speak satisfactorily.
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An Enrollment Verification is a certification of a student’s enrollment status for semester(s) attended at Syracuse University.
Degree verification
The National Student Clearinghouse has been authorized by Syracuse University to provide enrollment and degree verifications for our students. |
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Graduates can apply for unpaid internship opportunities via: https://syracuseuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ezfkHtpcYnbgD41 to complete the application process and prove eligibility applicants must upload either a transcript that includes the degree awarded and the award date or a diploma a scanned copy of graduate Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card must be provided. IMPORTANT NOTE: Your application will be denied if you upload a transcript that only indicates your major but does not include degree award name and date. You may not be allowed to reapply. Please review your transcript carefully before uploading. Questions for EECS graduates should be directed to Sahar Al Mahmoud salmahmo@syr.edu or Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Programs csengrresearch@syr.edu |
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Employers and background screening firms
Contact information for the National Student Clearinghouse:
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Prospective and Admitted Students
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Graduate - ECS – Syracuse University-information for prospective students, including the application process |
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Grant/Merit scholarship will be applied to your student account after the drop deadline and before the bill is due. At the end of the second semester in the program continued scholarship/grant edibility will be reviewed based on student GPA. A GPA below 3.0 will result in permanent removal of the scholarship/grant with no opportunity to appeal. Consideration for scholarships is given at time of application review. No further funding is available after admission. Students who take a Leave of Absence (LOA) and return to the program will not have the previous Grant/Merit Scholarship reinstated. Students who take a Medical Leave of Absence (maximum of 1 semester) can have the original Grant/Merit scholarship applied if they previously met all requirements of the award. |
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Bridge courses cannot be waived, and must be completed during the first semester you are enrolled To enroll in your bridge courses e-mail eecsstaff@syr.edu. The email should include your name, SUID, and course name and number for registration, use Bridge Coursework Registration in the subject line. If you were not assigned a bridge course during the admission process but would like to take one a one-on-one meeting with the department chair can be arranged to determine if the course will be beneficial for your academic success. |
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Graduate Admission Transcript Requirement - Syracuse.edu To submit your transcript by mail/express delivery or by electronic delivery directly from the institution: MAIL OR DHL: Graduate Admissions Processing 804 University Avenue, Suite 201 Syracuse, NY 13244 THE INSTITUTION SENDS DIRECTLY USING SECURELINK |
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4+1 (BSMS) Program Invitations are made to rising seniors after completion of their junior year, eligible students will be notified via email and asked to apply after posting of spring grades. Accepted students will be notified after the application review is completed. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Overall GPA 3.3 or better; and Completion of three of the following four courses with B+ or better in each course*
Student has completed no more than 4 technical electives (leaving at least 2 technical electives) COMPUTER ENGINEERING Overall GPA 3.3 or better; and Completion of three of the following four courses with B+ or better in each course*
Student has completed no more than 4 technical electives (leaving at least 2 technical electives) COMPUTER SCIENCE Overall GPA 3.3 or better; and Completion of three of the following four courses with B+ or better in each course*
Student has completed no more than 4 upper-division electives (leaving at least 2 upper-division electives). *Note: If only two of the four courses have been completed, student may be conditionally accepted until the course is completed, and the minimal grade of B+ has been earned. The applicant must be registered for, and complete, the remaining course during the fall semester. Acceptance will be made official provided the stated criteria (course completion, minimal course grade, and overall GPA) have been met at the end of the semester. For more information, e-mail eecsadmissions@syr.edu |
Current Students
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These FAQ's are to be used only as a tool, please refer to the Syracuse University - Course Catalog for specific information on your program of study. University Questions and Answers |
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An Enrollment Verification is a certification of a student’s enrollment status for semester(s) attended at Syracuse University.
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Students who are in their last semester are allowed to register for less than a full course of study but must enroll in classes that meet on campus for the entire semester and must file a Last Semester Memo with the Center for International Services. How to File a Last Semester Memo:
Please note the following:
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OPT letters will be processed and sent to students SU email address in September Letters were sent if the Last Semester Memo and your diploma request (see above) were completed Note: Receiving your OPT letter does not mean you have met all degree requirements for graduation, *This applies to students who are here on a student Visa |
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Internship-Curricular Practical Training (CPT)? CPT-Internship is intended to provide international students work experience directly related, and integral to, a student’s degree. While not intended for general, ongoing work authorization, CPT can help students build their professional network while they are enrolled as a student providing learning outside of their classrooms.
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How do I apply for RA and TA positions?
Reminder, first year MS students will not be considered for TA positions in their first semester of study. How will I be notified of a TA appointment?
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Transferring in credits from another University
Transferring within EECS from one program to another
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All returning EECS students (MS/PhD in EECS) are required to register early. Fall registration begins in April; Spring registration begins in November. New student registration is in August for the fall semester, and in January for the spring semester. Individual students are responsible for their course registration. Academic Calendar
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These FAQ's are to be used only as a tool, please refer to the Syracuse University - Course Catalog for specific information on your program of study.
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