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    Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering

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    Charlottesville, USMEngHybrid2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $47,730.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    21%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    19
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is a 30-credit, 2-year, hybrid MEng program based in Charlottesville, US. Tuition is $47,730 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires 30 course credits beyond the BS level, including 4 core MSE courses and 6 electives from MSE, SEAS, or UVA Sci/Math, emphasizing classroom learning without a thesis.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE Scores are Optional: GRE are an optional credential... UVA Engineering has waived the GRE test requirement for all 2026 applications to our graduate programs, meaning applicants are not required to submit GRE scores
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The minimum internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score requirement is 90 (including sectional minimums of 20 in speaking, 20 in writing, 20 in reading and 20 in listening)
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum IELTS score requirement is 6.5 in each section

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $25,282.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is $47,730 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus take to complete?
    Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus?
    Master of Engineering in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Virginia-Main Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 21%.