Master's Degree in Materials Science and Engineering
Who is this program for?
A master’s program in materials science and engineering is ideal for individuals interested in developing advanced materials for a wide range of industries, from electronics to manufacturing. Graduates often pursue careers as materials engineers, research scientists, or product developers, specializing in areas such as nanotechnology, biomaterials, or sustainable materials design.
Program Overview
The Master’s in Materials Science and Engineering program equips students with the knowledge and skills to develop, analyze, and improve materials used across a wide range of industries—from aerospace and electronics to energy and biomedical devices. Through interdisciplinary coursework and research, students explore the relationships between structure, properties, processing, and performance of materials. Graduates are prepared for careers in advanced manufacturing, research and development, product design, or for further study at the doctoral level.
Areas of research specialization include:
- Ceramics
- Electronic Materials
- Metals and Alloys
- Micro-Materials
- Nanomaterials
- Polymers and Composites
- Surfaces and Interfaces
- Thin Films
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
Admission Requirements
Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Additional Requirements listed below, those program-specific requirements also apply.
Application Requirements
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Application Deadlines
Domestic
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Fall
- 07/25/2025
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Spring
- 12/12/2025
International
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Fall
- 04/15/2025
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Spring
- 09/15/2025

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