

The Electrical and Computer Engineering (Cornell Tech) Master of Engineering program at Cornell University offers an innovation centered, industry connected academic experience for students who want to advance their expertise in electronics, computing, intelligent systems, and digital technologies. The curriculum blends core engineering principles with modern computational methods, enabling learners to explore areas such as embedded systems, communication networks, digital hardware, applied machine learning, and intelligent device design. With a strong emphasis on engineering innovation, students develop the analytical and technical skills needed to design, evaluate, and optimize systems that power next generation digital and electronic technologies. The program’s applied structure encourages students to connect foundational engineering knowledge with emerging technology trends shaping contemporary industries.
Delivered at Cornell Tech’s technology driven campus in New York City, the program immerses students in a collaborative ecosystem of engineers, entrepreneurs, and industry practitioners. Through hands on studio courses, interdisciplinary teamwork, and product focused development, learners strengthen their capabilities in system integration, hardware–software interaction, and computational design. The academic environment emphasizes real world problem solving, rapid prototyping, and industry engagement, giving students the opportunity to work on challenges inspired by technology companies and startups. This combination of technical rigor and experiential learning equips graduates with the skills needed to contribute to fast evolving fields involving digital platforms, smart devices, and advanced computational systems.
Semester 1
• Digital Systems and Embedded Computing
• Communication Networks and Signal Processing
• Applied Machine Learning for Engineers
• Elective in Hardware Systems, Photonics, or Intelligent Devices
Semester 2
• Cornell Tech Product Studio
• Advanced Computer Engineering Applications
• System Architecture and Integrated Design
• Elective in Robotics, Networking, or Computational Engineering
Graduates of this program advance into impactful roles across electronics, computing, and technology driven industries, often joining embedded systems teams, digital product development groups, technology consulting firms, and hardware and software engineering units. With strong preparation in system design, computational methods, and digital technologies, they contribute to device development, communication system optimization, intelligent platform design, and innovation projects within both established companies and startups. Their interdisciplinary background enables them to design integrated solutions, strengthen technological performance, and support engineering initiatives in sectors such as robotics, IoT, semiconductor technology, and advanced computing.
This program is an excellent option for students who want to combine advanced engineering expertise with hands on technological innovation, offering opportunities to develop strong computational insight and advanced engineering capability supported by Cornell Tech’s industry centered ecosystem. Through product studio experiences, interdisciplinary collaboration, and exposure to real world digital challenges, learners gain the tools to design, test, and refine innovative technologies that meet modern engineering demands. Its focused one year structure provides both depth and practical agility, preparing graduates for influential roles in electrical and computer engineering, digital systems development, and technology focused product innovation.
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 607 255 2000
Email: admissions@cornell.edu
Address: Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14850, United States