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    Materials Science (MS)

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    Rochester, USMSIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $64,500.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    45%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester is a 30-credit, 18-month, in-person MS program based in Rochester, US. Tuition is $64,500 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires 30 credit hours of graduate courses. Students can choose Plan A with thesis (20 credit hours of materials science courses plus 10 research credits and oral defense) or Plan B without thesis (24 credit hours of materials science courses plus 6 related courses and comprehensive oral exam).

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min A minimum TOEFL score of 95 ... is preferred for admittance.
    IELTS
    required
    Min an IELTS score of 7.0 ... is preferred for admittance.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $16,146.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester is $64,500 across 30 required credits.
    Is Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester online or in-person?
    Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester is offered in-person.
    How long does Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester take to complete?
    Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester is structured around 18 months and 30 credits.
    Is Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Materials Science (MS) at University of Rochester reports an acceptance rate of approximately 45%.