Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering

The Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering program trains students in the study and application of various advanced materials — from metals, semiconductors and composites to polymers, nanomaterials and biomaterials — for use in virtually all areas of science, engineering, industry and society. Students in the master’s program benefit from the highly interdisciplinary nature of the field as well as the wide-ranging expertise of faculty in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science to learn how to advance the design and discovery of new materials.

The Materials Science and Engineering master’s program provides both a rigorous foundation and advanced preparation for professional practice in modern materials science. The program is open both to students completing their undergraduate study in materials science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry or physics, and to professional engineers who wish to advance their education and develop new skills and expertise.

Degree requirements: Student has met standards equivalent to those currently required for admission to the PhD or master's degree programs in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or Biology.

GPA: A grade point average (GPA) in undergraduate-level coursework of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 point scale.

English proficiency requirements

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT (Internet-based test) Minimum score: 80

TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) Minimum score: 550

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Minimum score: 6.5

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Minimum score: 67

Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center

Duolingo English Test Minimum score: 105

Application Deadlines: Fall term - January 15 (Early), May 1 (Regular); Spring term - May 15 (Early), October 1 (Regular).