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    Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.)

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    University Park, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $63,324.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $63,324 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Intercollege Graduate Degree Program offering education in materials science fundamentals including synthesis-structure-property-performance relationships. Covers research areas such as biomaterials, ceramics, composites, computational materials science, electronic materials, metals, nanomaterials, piezoelectrics, polymers.

    Focus: both
    QS #37 Materials Science; Shanghai #17 Materials Science & Engineering | US News #9 Materials Engineering (2025)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min optional, not required for admission
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS) may be required for international applicants. See GCAC-305. Minimum per GCAC-305: TOEFL iBT total at least 4.5 with speaking 3.5+ (post-2026); prior: 80 total with speaking 19+
    IELTS
    optional
    Min English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS) may be required for international applicants. See GCAC-305. Minimum per GCAC-305: composite score of 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $20,700.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $63,324 across 30 required credits.
    Is Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Junior/Senior grade point average of 3.3/4.0 or higher
    Is Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Materials Science and Engineering (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.