School of Materials Science and Engineering 

A Materials Science and Engineering Graduate Program

Materials Science Engineering studies the use, properties, functions, and characterization of materials to address complex issues of efficiency, sustainability, cost and equity. Material scientists combine physics, chemistry, math, engineering, merchandising, and many other fields to create novel materials.

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state of the art instruments available to students and faculty

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universities in the U.S. to be designated as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University

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Program Resources

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Admissions Information

SAMD class

Research Facilities

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Curriculum

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Degree Options

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