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    Materials Sciences

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    San Diego, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $73,310.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    58%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    57
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in San Diego, US. Tuition is $73,310 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires 36 units of graduate coursework, including core courses in thermodynamics, kinetics, and phase transformations, plus electives. It offers a thesis option with research and defense or a comprehensive examination option.

    Focus: both
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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (up to 36 months with STEM extension)

    $23,000.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego is $73,310 across 36 required credits.
    Is Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego online or in-person?
    Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego is offered in-person.
    How long does Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego take to complete?
    Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    Is Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego?
    Materials Sciences at University of California-San Diego reports an acceptance rate of approximately 58%.