General
1. Department founded in 1891
2. More than 130 courses offered
3. Class section size averages 34.6 students (2012-2013)
4. More than $39 million in research expenditures (2012-2013)
5. Faculty in the department hold 220 active patents (2014)
6. The Princeton Review named Illinois one of the nation' s best undergraduate values in the 2013 edition of its book, America' s Best Value Colleges.
ECE ILLINOIS has a rich history that has shaped the department to what it is today. The department is ranked as one of the best in the world, boasting innovative faculty, hands-on classroom experiences, and ground-breaking research. The links below will provide a more in-depth look at that rich history.
