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Master of Materials Science and Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Advanced doctorate building the ability to solve challenging materials problems.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Conduct independent doctoral-level inquiry in Materials Science and Engineering. Evaluate evidence and academic literature. Communicate original research findings.

Career outcomes

Faculty posts at universities
High-level materials careers

Curriculum

Four core subjects
Two seminar-based courses
First-year thesis research
Three post-core electives
A minor of two or three subjects
A general exam and a publishable doctoral thesis.

Entry requirements

Academic

Cumulative GPA 3.0 Or equivalent recommended
Transcripts from all institutions (no credential evaluation)
English test score or waiver
Resume and recommendation letter recommended or required by some programmes
GRE/GMAT optional
Portfolio required for Hillier College of Architecture and Design.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Cumulative GPA 3.0 Or equivalent recommended (not a stated minimum), GRE/GMAT optional, Transcripts without credential evaluation, Resume and letters of recommendation recommended or required by some programs, Portfolio for Hillier College applicants.

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 57

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Curriculum Vitae
Recommendation Letters Where Required
Identification Document
English Proficiency Evidence
Additional Program Materials If Required.

How to apply

Visit the official website. Review the graduate admission requirements for Materials Science and Engineering. Prepare academic transcripts and required supporting documents. Provide a curriculum vitae and recommendation letters where required. Complete the application form. Pay the application fee. Submit any program-specific materials if required. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$42,534 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$4,250 USD

Program details

Campus	Newark Campus
Faculty or school	Newark College of Engineering
Department	Chemical and Materials Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Merit-based or program-specific scholarships may be available to eligible students. Applicants should review current scholarship criteria and funding amounts on the official website.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.