Overview

A Master of Science in Nanomaterials enhances your academic qualifications and skills to advance your career in this emerging materials science and engineering specialization. A graduate program in Nanomaterials from Drexel University investigates materials with structure at the nanoscale, looking at the unique optical, electronic, or mechanical properties, which make them exceptionally well-suited to tackle global issues in areas, such as health and energy. The MS in nanomaterials program offers courses centered around two major themes: energy storage and nanobiomaterials. Students have an option to also work on research projects that provides in-depth expertise with a variety of nanomaterials and their applications.

You will gain an understanding of advances in industry, a global viewpoint, and the entrepreneurial and teambuilding skills needed to advance your career in industry or research and the knowledge required for entry into a PhD program in nanomaterials or a related field.

Areas of Specialization

The MS in Nanomaterials allows for a flexible plan of study to further refine for your area of interest. Coursework is offered to provide focus on specializations and enhances research participation. These include:

Nanobiomaterials

Nanomaterials for energy

Graduate Co-Op Program option

Drexel is world renowned for its co-operative education program. At the graduate level, the optional co-op is geared towards developing applied skillsets by bringing classroom learning into a professional environment while earning a Master’s degree. The work experience provides invaluable insights into industry or research as a profession, expands professional networks and builds your resume.

Graduate co-op is typically a three to six-month engagement with an employer. Students generally get paid for their work ranging from 20-40 hours per week. You will seek your position opportunities with the resources and connections available through our Steinbright Career Development Center.

Some program highlights include:

Opportunity to earn money gain professional experience as an engineer

Students may work in a lab to gain valuable research skills

Most positions are paid, and most are fulltime

Average weekly pay is around $1098 per week

International students - considered CPT and does not affect OPT

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Nanoscale Fields

Thermodynamics of Solids

Experimental Technique in Materials

Nanostructured Carbon Materials

Fundamentals of Nanomanufacturing

Nanoscience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-24 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-03-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-17 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Materials Science Nanoscience and Nanotechnology View 41 other Masters in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Graduate Admission Application
Applicants may only apply to one program.
All documents submitted by you or on your behalf in support of this application for admission to Drexel University become the property of the University, and will under no circumstances be released to you or any other party.
An application fee of $65 USD is required.
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Provide official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
International students: If you have already graduated from your previous institution at the time of your application, please email your graduation certificate(s) attached as PDF or Microsoft Word documents to enroll@drexel.edu.
Standardized Test Scores
GRE test scores may be required.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41460 USD / year

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Out-of-State

41460 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

41460 USD / year

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Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

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Key information

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