Undergraduate Major
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineers don’t just work with circuits, they design and develop the technology that powers modern life. From renewable energy systems and advanced robotics to AI-driven automation and next-generation electronics, electrical engineering is at the heart of innovation across industries.
Power the Future
Plentiful Openings
Projected Job Growth (2025-2035): About 16,300 job openings are expected for electrical engineers, a 8% increase — faster than the average for all professions (5%), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
High-Earnings Potential
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):
- Median Salary for Electrical Engineers in 2025: $125,040 per year
Job Opportunites
Electrical engineering offers high salaries, job security and opportunities in growing industries like AI, automation, and renewable energy.
Career Support at Alvernia
Alvernia's Office of Career Development supports students and alumni in job searches and career planning. Its services include interview preparation and practice and access to internship and job opportunities.
Go Beyond the Textbook
Our design-forward curriculum puts your skills to work from day one:
• Common First-Year Courses: All engineering majors take the same classes in their first year, giving you time to explore your interests before selecting a major in your second year.
• Extensive Lab Courses: Nearly every engineering course includes a hands-on lab component, allowing you to apply theory to real-world challenges using state-of-the-art equipment.
• Real-World Projects: Every year, you’ll tackle hands-on design challenges, working in teams with industry partners and research mentors.
• Industry-Connected Capstone: Your senior-year project isn’t just for a grade — it’s a real-world engineering challenge in collaboration with top industry professionals.
Program Overview
- Experiential Learning Opportunities
- Dive into real-world challenges: Engage in hands-on projects, industry problems, and a year-long design course, transforming ideas into solutions
- Explore cutting-edge labs: Innovate in new technical labs and upcoming facilities, shaping the future of engineering education
- Ignite creativity in our Maker Space: Craft prototypes with top-notch tools, fostering innovation in a vibrant environment for hands-on creation.
- Master core skills: The Engineering programs are built on the Liberal Arts backbone of Alvernia University. Develop the critical thinking and communication abilities that employers and graduate schools seek in their engineers.
- Elevate your knowledge: Attend dynamic Lunch & Learn sessions with industry experts, research scholars, and career mentors, fostering professional growth.
- Accreditation
Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s), and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
- Application Instructions
Through a rolling admission process, prospective undergraduate students — including first-year, transfer, and international students — may apply via the Alvernia web portal or The Common Application. To learn more about how to complete your application, please visit our application page.
- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
John R. Post School of Engineering
With state-of-the-art labs, small class sizes, and industry-connected faculty, students graduate ready to innovate and lead in their field.
Get to Know Your Faculty
For more information about Alvernia’s Electrical Engineering program contact the Admissions Office at 610-796-8269 or admissions@alvernia.edu. Or reach out directly to Joseph Mahoney, Ph.D., department chair, John R. Post School of Engineering at 484-254-2135 or joseph.mahoney@alvernia.edu.
Kushal Adhikari
Salem Elsaiah Ph.D.
Joseph Mahoney Ph.D.
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