Do you want to design the systems that power cities, connect the world, and drive sustainable technology?

Major in Electrical Engineering

What is Electrical Engineering?

A major in electrical engineering prepares you to design and improve the systems that power modern life. From electric power grids and communication networks to microchips and medical devices, electrical engineers work at every scale. You’ll build skills in circuits, electronics, signal processing, power systems, and control systems and graduate prepared for electrical engineering jobs in energy, telecommunications, electronics design, renewable energy, and advanced technology industries.

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Program Highlights

Undergraduate Research Combine mathematics, science, and engineering fundamentals to real-world research, preparing for industry careers or advanced study in electrical and computer engineering.

Industry Advantage Study in the country’s energy hub, gaining exposure to power systems, grid resilience, and renewable energy industries driving regional and global innovation.

Engineering Residential College Live and learn with your peers in a smaller network within the larger campus, offering academic enhancement programs, classes in your residence hall, and corporate sponsored events introducing you to internships and cooperative education programs.

Top-Tier Facilities Study in Patrick F. Taylor Hall, one of the nation’s largest engineering buildings, featuring advanced labs and cutting-edge technology like the Electronic Materials and Devices Lab, the Biomedical Instrumentation Lab, and more.

What You Can Do

An LSU degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths and professional opportunities. With a strong academic foundation, real-world learning, and support from a powerful alumni network, you’ll graduate prepared for success in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re planning to work in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, creative industry, or research lab, LSU equips you with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience employers value most.

Potential Careers

Electrical Engineer
Power Systems Engineer
Electronics Design Engineer
Control Systems Engineer
Telecommunications Engineer
Research & Development Engineer
Robotics Engineer
Systems Analyst
Software Developer
Aerospace Engineer
Project Manager

Workplace Settings

Energy & Utility Companies
Aerospace & Defense Organizations
Electronics & Semiconductor Firms
Telecommunications Providers
Automation & Robotics Companies
Research & Development Labs
Technology & Software Companies
Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
Engineering Consulting Firms
Government & Federal Agencies

Building Skills

Circuit Design & Analysis Use core engineering principles to design efficient electrical systems and components

Advanced Programming & Simulation Code, model, and simulate systems using MATLAB, C/C++, and Python for system optimization.

Systems Integration Use electrical, computer, and mechanical systems to power devices and infrastructure.

Engineering Analysis Apply math and science to solve complex challenges and create sustainable solutions.

Senior design, a two-semester course, improves students’ communication skills, not only with their team but also with their advisor and sponsor for the project. It also builds strong research skills.Abdulla Asad

By taking an engineering class co-developed by LSU and Entergy, I feel like I'll be ahead of the curve; so much of this work comes down to critical thinking and use of specialized software.Christine Wiley

When our professors at LSU really got it right in working with Entergy on shaping the class like a real-world experience. It set us up so we wouldn’t be surprised when we got our first jobs.Eric Johnson

We had to make sure we had enough internal power generation . . . I had a chance to apply the practical knowledge I’d gained from the class at LSU. It was very valuable.Margi Desai

Advance your Career

Post-graduate education

LSU offers competitively ranked post-graduate programs designed to help you innovate and lead in your field. Engage in advanced coursework, contribute to impactful research, and learn from expert faculty who are solving real-world challenges across Louisiana and beyond. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, pivot into a new industry, or accelerate your career, LSU’s graduate programs open the door to a world of opportunity.

PhD, MS with Thesis, MS without Thesis

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