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    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering

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    Berkeley, USMEngIn-person9 months
    STEM-OPT
    $63,306.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    35
    Cohort
    students
    25
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley is a 25-credit, 9-month, in-person MEng program based in Berkeley, US. Tuition is $63,306 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Professional master's program combining technical coursework in materials science and engineering specializations such as biomaterials, electronic materials, and computational materials with leadership, business, and management training. Culminates in a team-oriented capstone design project.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #3 Materials Engineering (graduate)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 14, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE General exam is optional.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL/iBT required for international students. All applicants from countries in which English is not the official language are required to submit official evidence of English language proficiency through the TOEFL or IELTS. We will only accept TOEFL tests administered by the Education Testing Service (ETS) and sent to us directly by the TOEFL office.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min In lieu of the TOEFL exam, you can submit scores from the Academic Modules of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)... Your most recent overall Band score must be at least 7 on a 9-point scale.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $115,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $36,774.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley is $63,306 across 25 required credits.
    Is Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley online or in-person?
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley take to complete?
    Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley is structured around 9 months and 25 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.2
    Is Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Science and Engineering at University of California-Berkeley is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.