The University of Pennsylvania, based in Philadelphia, PA offers a fully funded PhD in Electrical and Systems Engineering. The PhD program in Electrical and Systems Engineering (ESE) welcomes candidates with a strong background in science and engineering who are interested in pursuing an academic doctoral degree. The Ph.D. program is focused on the development of research skills to prepare the student for a life of scholarship in his/her field of interest. Acceptance into the ESE Ph.D. program is very competitive, as accepted students are also awarded fully funded scholarships and stipends to cover tuition and fees, living expenses, and health insurance.