Study Doctor of Philosophy, Materials Science and Engineering (Ph.D.) at West Virginia University in the USA, Benjamin M Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Materials science and engineering is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in engineering or a closely related STEM discipline. Research focuses on the study of metals, ceramics, glass, polymers, semiconductors, composites, nanomaterials, and biomaterials to be implemented in a variety of applications including energy, civil, industrial, and environmental. The area of study is diverse and multidisciplinary, since it incorporates aspects of chemistry, physics, electronics, mechanics, biology, and medicine.

Which department am I in?

Benjamin M Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

Study options

Full Time (5 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$31,914.00 per year

University Fees - 720

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected May 2027

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Morgantown

Morgantown,

West Virginia,

26506, South, United States

Full Time (5 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$31,914.00 per year

University Fees - 720

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Morgantown

Morgantown,

West Virginia,

26506, South, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

To be eligible for the Materials Science and Engineering graduate program, applicants must submit three letters of recommendation and a statement of purpose, along with a bachelor's degree from a properly recognized institution. While the general minimum cumulative GPA is 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, this program requires a higher minimum of 3.0 in all previous college work for applicants holding a BS or MS degree from an accredited or internationally recognized program.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.