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Program at a glance

How much does it cost?Β 

Learn more about how to afford a degree from the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­.

How long does it take?

This 128 credit program is designed to be completed in four years.

How do I apply?

Open to all undergraduate students. Learn how to apply to the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­.

What will I learn in a materials science and engineering degree program?

Materials science is the study of the relationship between a material's atomic structure and its physical properties.

The bachelor's degree in materials science and engineering teaches students to understand and apply advanced science and engineering principles to different materials such as ceramics, glasses or metals in order to develop new or better products.

Our program equips students for careers in materials processing and manufacturing, design and development of new materials, or materials selection. Students may also choose to pursue graduate study.

To be successful in a materials science and engineering degree program, you should arrive at the University with a strong background in math and science. We recommend you have taken physics and chemistry courses in high  school and be prepared to take calculus as a freshman.

View the program's educational objectives and student learning outcomes for the bachelor's degree in Materials Science & Engineering.

Senior capstone project

In the College of Engineering, hands-on learning starts on day one. The first engineering class, Engineering 100, will challenge you to work in teams to design a hovercraft capable of traversing across a pre-set course. And in your final class before you graduate, you will work in a team to develop a product that’s ready for the marketplace. Your senior capstone project will be presented to potential employers at the annual Innovation Day, In between, you’ll gain hands-on experience in classrooms and research laboratories, putting your science and mathematical knowledge to work solving engineering problems.

Learn more about the chemical and materials science engineering department

Our undergraduate programs offer you the opportunity to work closely with our research-active faculty. Small class sizes and undergraduate research opportunities help you get to know your professors and provide opportunities to get hands-on research experience. We offer Βι¶ΉΣ³»­'s only undergraduate degree program in chemical engineering and materials science and engineering.

Specializations in the materials science and engineering program

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Careers with a degree in materials science and engineering

Median starting salaries of $68,078

You can afford the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­

76% of students receive financial aid

Almost everyone is eligible to receive some kind of aid. We offer need-based and merit-based forms of financial aid to help you afford college.

54% of all students graduate with no debt

That's right. More than half of our students leave the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­ with no student debt.

Life's a journey. Honors makes it meaningful.

At the Βι¶ΉΣ³»­ Honors College, our students maximize their unique gifts and passions through a series of personalized experiences that deepen their capacity for transformative societal impact.

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