MS Materials Science and Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology

Programme overview

Students will be part of such cutting-edge research as energy materials for solar cells, fuels cells, or batteries; smart materials for sensors, actuators, or microphones; and biological materials for prosthetic bones or joints.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Health | Department: Mechanical, Materials, and Aerospace Engineering | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

The Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering curriculum will advance your knowledge in the field of materials science and engineering through post-baccalaureate coursework and state-of-the-art research. After completing your thesis, you will be required to pass an oral comprehensive examination.

Career pathways

Our Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering degree program will prepare you for such careers as: Materials engineer; Materials scientist; Project engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admissions requirements ensure that incoming students are well-prepared and qualified to succeed in their chosen program. Prospective students must review each program of interest to determine whether they meet admissions requirements as outlined in the course catalog. We Hit the Ground Running Taking Charge of a Better Future Vignyatha Tatagari received the 2021 Fear Fellowship for her research in improving the design of lithium-metal batteries. Vignyatha Tatagari (M.S. MSE '21, Ph.D. MSE Candidate) Taking Charge of a Better Future Vignyatha Tatagari received the 2021 Fear Fellowship for her research in improving the design of lithium-metal batteries.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall and Spring.

Fall term: priority deadlines January 31 and April 15; regular deadline July 15 (domestic and international students living in the U.S.) or June 15 (international students living outside the U.S.). Spring term: priority October 1, extended to October 15; regular deadline January 7 (domestic) or November 15 (international). The admissions application fee is $100. GRE is optional for master's applicants.

Chicago-Kent J.D.: no application fee for 2026 J.D. applicants; first-year entry is Fall, with transfer entry in Fall or Spring.

Apply through the official page: https://www.iit.edu/admissions-aid/apply

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