MS Materials Science and Engineering at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Programme overview

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering offers two distinct master of science (MS) degree programs: Materials Science and Engineering MS, Research : traditional master's program culminating in a thesis for students wishing to conduct research during their program Materials Science and Engineering MS, Materials Engineering : accelerated, course-based master's program Meeting many of the most critical challenges facing modern society requires advances in the materials that underpin new technologies.

Department: Materials Science Engineering | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Madison, WI, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 30 credits. Learning outcomes: Demonstrate a strong understanding of mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles in the field. Demonstrate an ability to formulate, analyze, and solve advanced engineering problems.

Career pathways

The Engineering Career Services staff offer assistance to students searching or preparing for internships, co-ops, and jobs with well-recognized organizations. The Writing Center is a campus-wide organization that provides free of charge, face-to-face and online consultations for students writing papers, reports, resumes, and applications.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students apply to the Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering through one of the named options: Materials Engineering Research

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 (spring, summer or fall) vary by programme and are listed on each programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. An applicant may have active applications in only one entry term at a time.

Application deadlines vary by programme and are listed on the programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. Applications are submitted through the Graduate School application portal. The application fee is $75 US, non-refundable, payable by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) or debit/ATM; international applicants pay an extra $6 processing fee. Up to three programmes in the same entry term can be applied to for one application fee.

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