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    Chemistry (M.S.)

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    East Lansing, USMSIn-person
    STEM-OPT
    $53,213.00
    Tuition
    $75.00
    App fee

    Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University is a in-person MS program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $53,213 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Graduate-level course work and research in physical, organic, inorganic, analytical chemistry, and interdisciplinary areas such as polymers, materials, surface science, spectroscopy, theoretical chemistry, and biological chemistry.

    Focus: research

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    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min not required for admission to the chemistry graduate program but recommended
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Internet-based test (iBT) and IBT Home Edition No subscore below 19 for listening, reading and speaking. No subscore below 22 for writing. A minimum average score of 80
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum average score of 6.5. No subscore below 6.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University is $53,213.
    Is Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University is offered in-person.
    What GPA is required for Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Chemistry (M.S.) at Michigan State University: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)