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Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Boise State University

Boise, 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: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): 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

Applicants need a completed bachelor degree from a recognised institution
with official transcripts and proof of degrees. English proof: IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115 (higher for Criminal Justice MA
DNP and Master of Athletic Training); exemption for degrees from approved English-speaking countries. Programmes may add GRE results
recommendation letters and a statement of purpose.

Accepted academic background

Completed bachelor's degree from a recognised institution (official transcripts or marksheets, Proof of degrees), Many programmes also require GRE, Recommendation letters and a statement of purpose

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Undergraduate or postgraduate degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Passport copy
Statement of purpose
References or resume where requested
Proof of language proficiency if required
Additional documents subject to the official program checklist

How to apply

Review the academic program requirements and its application deadline. Complete the Boise State application. Submit official academic transcripts and English proficiency evidence. Pay the international application fee. Provide additional documents required by the department. Follow the admission and student visa instructions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$31,399 USD
Application fee	$95 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main campus, Boise
Faculty or school	College of Engineering
Department	Materials Science and Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship eligibility and award amounts must be confirmed with the institution for the selected degree and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.