Academics

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering, the first of its kind, consistently ranks among the nation’s premier programs. Outstanding classroom and laboratory instruction combined with opportunities to participate in leading-edge research are hallmarks of the department.

Our broad-based programs encompass a wide range of materials, enabling students to understand the scientific principles that govern the interrelationships among processing, structure, properties, and materials performance. Guided by faculty members renowned for their excellence and pioneering work, students learn to integrate these principles in the systematic design of new materials.

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Materials Science and Engineering

Combined BS/MS Degree Program

Minor in Materials Science and Engineering

Please also explore our special programs including undergraduate honors, certificates and minors, internship opportunities, and study abroad.

Graduate Programs

Master of Science (MS) in Materials Science and Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Materials Science and Engineering

Master’s degree students may be interested in the concentration in integrated computational materials engineering.

PhD students may also enroll in these additional programs:

• Biotechnology training program
• Certificate in management for scientists and engineers (offered in collaboration with the Kellogg School of Management)

Affiliated Programs

Master of Science (MS) in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics