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Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (STEM)

Shorelight Group - Western New England University

USA,Massachusetts

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 46,760/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1919

Total Students: 3,637 +

Int. Students: 182 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA 01119, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (STEM)

Program Overview

Do you want to transform the way our world is automated? The modern world increasingly relies on electronics and technology to power and automate our day-to-day lives, and electrical engineers are at the forefront of making this happen. Electrical engineers are in demand in all types of private and public enterprises, and in this program, you’ll obtain the skills to work in critical industries. Whether it is collaborating with students and faculty on research, or designing a new product, you’ll have the opportunity to develop industry advances even before you graduate.

Why Choose Electrical Engineering?
Electrical engineers are at the forefront of the technological revolution. They develop, design, and embed the devices that power our world and add value to today’s products through their expertise in electronics. There are a myriad of emerging trends that touch the consumer in their everyday lives. These technologies are found in the medical field, avionics, robotics, automotive, defense and security, and energy and power. In the communications area, electrical engineering has successfully made the world a whole lot smaller through use of mobile devices, wireless connectivity, and the Internet for global access and entrepreneurship.

What Will You Study?
The Electrical Engineering major at Western New England University is flexible in adapting to the changing needs of the electrical engineering field. Our project-based curriculum will help you discover your academic interests and provide applied electrical engineering experience in electronic/hardware and systems design. You can tailor your program to your specific interests by selecting technical or design electives in one of our many sequence options—Embedded Systems, RF/Wireless Systems, Artificial Intelligence/Controls, Digital Signal Image Processing, Robotics, and a flexible sequence option that focuses on entrepreneurship, innovation, and business aspects related to electrical engineering.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
may 2025		Not Available
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 46,760 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - Western New England University

CAD 15,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 74
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 450.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Scholarships available for Fall 2025 Intake. The deadline for the below mentioned scholarships will be until 30th June, 2025.

Undergraduate Scholarships-

UNIVERSITY	Western New England
Year 1	Up To $8,800
Year 2	Up To $8,800
Year 3	Up To $8,800
Year 4	Up To $8,800
Total for 4 years	Up to $35,200

Post-Graduate Scholarships:

UNIVERSITY	Western New England
Year 1	$4,000
Year 2	$4,000
Total for 2 Years	$8000 (applied automatically)

Please note:

Scholarships are not automated, the student/ counsellor should request a scholarship over email within 5 business days of deposit payment.
The above waivers and scholarships are only available until 30th June, 2025..
If students are arriving before the move in date, they need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
We recommend your students to accept their Offer letters as early as possible and not wait until the last minute due to the anticipated backlog in visa Appointment availability.
Students cannot enter the U.S. more than 30 days before their I-20 Program Start Date. They could be turned away at the border or future benefits may be denied.
Limited Merit scholarships are still available for high achieving students.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.