Overview

Semiconductor Technology at Portland State University was developed in collaboration with local semiconductor companies, ensuring that the training you receive matches the skills employers need most.

Key facts

You’ll gain a strong foundation in both theory and applied skills through your courses in physics, chemistry, mechanical and materials engineering and statistics. Our classes are taught by our expert faculty as well as experienced professionals in the field. With access to PSU’s cleanroom, teaching labs and the Center for Electron Microscopy and Nanofabrication, you’ll be training on the same equipment found in industry.

Choose from two tracks — Device Processing and Materials and Device Characterization — to customize your degree to your interests and career goals.

The program’s capstone is a three-month internship at a local semiconductor facility. You’ll apply your skills, gain industry experience and build your network.

Full-time students can complete the program in just one year, while working professionals may choose to pursue it part-time.

Programme Structure

Courses include

Microelectronic Devise Fabrication

Physical Chemistry Laboratory

Applied Statistics for Engineers and Scientists

Physics of Solid-State Devices

Technology of Photoresist
Electron Microscopy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portland, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Unofficial Transcripts
English Language Proficiency
Résumé.
Statement of Purpose
Recommendations
Interview

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

34740 USD / year

≈ 34740 USD / year
Out-of-State

34740 USD / year

≈ 34740 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

23535 USD / year

≈ 23535 USD / year

Living costs

Portland

United States

1271 - 2262 USD / month

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

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