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Overview

Key Features

The mission of the Materials Science and Engineering program at Washington University in St. Louis is to promote independent inquiry in engineering research and education with an emphasis on scientific excellence, innovation and collaboration without boundaries.

WashU Engineers produce new knowledge that changes the world, and our faculty are educating students to explore and create in a world we cannot yet imagine. Through research and education, we are making a positive impact on the local community, the country and the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Non-Metallics

Polymer Science & Engineering

Biomaterials Science

Biomaterials Science: Polymer Physics

Solid State Physics

Materials Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2022-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2022-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

Bring your tomorrow closer

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Materials Science & Engineering View 327 other Masters in Materials Science & Engineering in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

Bring your tomorrow closer

Other requirements

General requirements

International students considering submission of an application to Washington University for graduate study should have a general familiarity with academic practices and university customs in the United States.

All international students are required to present evidence of their ability to support themselves financially during graduate study.

International students whose native language is not English must submit score reports from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Tuition Fee

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International

57750 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57750 USD per year during 12 months.
National

57750 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57750 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Saint Louis

1015 - 1530 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Materials Science and Engineering

Washington University in St. Louis

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