Located in Rochester, NY, the Electrical Engineering department at Rochester Institute of Technology provides a comprehensive and hands-on education centered on the analysis, design, and application of electrical and electronic systems. Students build a strong foundation in core principles while exploring specialized areas through electives and project-based learning. A cornerstone of the program is the extensive cooperative education component, offering invaluable real-world experience in industry settings. This blend of practical application and industry relevance ensures RIT's Electrical Engineering graduates are well-prepared for diverse and dynamic career opportunities in the technological field.
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Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a private research university in the town of Henrietta in the Rochester, New York, metropolitan area. It was founded in 1829 as the Rochester Athenaeum and Mechanics Institute. RIT enrolls about 19,000 students, of whom 16,000 are undergraduate and 3,000 are graduate students. These students come from all 50 states in the United States and more than 100 countries. The university has more than 4,000 faculty and staff. It also has branches abroad in China, Croatia, Kosovo, and the United Arab Emirates.
