Rochester Institute Of Technology (RIT)

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S. - Materials Science and Engineering

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Offers students a strong foundation in materials science, while enabling them to branch into concentrations, such as materials characterization, materials for micro-electronics and information systems, and polymer science.

The MS materials science and engineering program is a joint program of RIT's College of Science and the Kate Gleason College of Engineering. The program offers a serious interdisciplinary learning experience in materials studies, crossing over the traditional boundaries of such classical disciplines as chemistry, physics, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering.

The program, under the joint auspices of the colleges of Science and Engineering, offers graduate studies leading to the master of science degree in materials science and engineering, with a variety of options designed to satisfy individual and industry needs in the rapidly growing field of materials. The overall thrust of the program is to establish a positive relationship between academia and industry by building a sound academic base in the field.

Accreditation:

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Eligibility Requirements:

appropriate transcripts of previous study

two letters of recommendation.

# of Credits Required:

24,45

International Student Requirements:

All applicants for whom English is not their primary language are required to take both the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Test of Written English (TWE) examinations. A minimum score on the TOEFL of 575 (paper-based) or 230 (computer-based), and 4.0 on the TWE, is required. In addition, upon arrival at RIT, these students are required to take the Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency, administered by the RIT English Language Center. Individuals scoring below an established minimum will be referred to the English Language Center for further evaluation and assistance. These students are required to follow the center’s recommendations regarding language course work.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999