Would I be able to get into grad school for EE with a bachelors in physics

[cdot]

I'm a sophomore in college. I have just finished all my general education requirements and have been thinking about double majoring in physics and EE but I would much rather focus on just physics for the time being. I would still like to be able to pursue EE after I earn a bachelors in physics. Could I go to grad school for EE with a bachelors in physics? or would I have to go back and earn a second bachelors?

 

[thegreenlaser]

I know of at least a few grad students in the EE department at my school who only did Physics undergrads. The advantage for you is that EE is a very broad subject area, and even though you haven't learned a lot of the things EE majors learn (like circuit design beyond a very basic level), you can probably find a couple areas of research that you're well qualified for. If you enjoyed/did well in your computational physics classes and are somewhat proficient with a programming language like C/C++ (in the context of using it for calculations), that will probably help quite a bit.

I'd say you've got a pretty good shot at getting into some form of EE grad school, your options will probably just be more limited than an EE major's.

 

[clope023]

I friend of mine did her bachelors in math with a minor in physics and now she's doing her masters in EE, she just needs to take foundation courses like signals, circuits, and electronics to catch up.

 

[Lord_Sidious]

At my school, you can do a double grad getting a Ph.D in Physics with a MS in EE with only a BS in Physics. I'm sure many have done it all over the country.

 

[Matrix0]

Yes, it is possible to get into grad school for EE with a bachelors in physics. Many graduate programs in EE accept students with a background in physics, as the two fields are closely related and require similar skills and knowledge. However, it is important to note that some programs may have specific prerequisites or require additional coursework in EE before admission. It would be beneficial to research the specific requirements of the graduate programs you are interested in to ensure you meet their criteria. Additionally, having a double major in physics and EE may make you a more competitive candidate for graduate programs in EE. Overall, it is possible to pursue EE after earning a bachelors in physics, but it may require some additional coursework or preparation.