M.S. Program
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering offers an M.S. designed to prepare graduates for entry into materials-related government, academic, and industrial institutions in a research or other technically oriented capacity.
The program prepares graduates for entry into materials-related industrial institutions in a research or other technically oriented capacity. Students with a baccalaureate degree in any branch of engineering, as well as chemistry, physics and biology majors with strong mathematical backgrounds, may be admitted to the program. Coursework leading to the MS is planned to produce engineers and scientists with specialization coupled with a broad foundation in all materials. Both a thesis and a non-thesis option are available, and the program is offered either in person or via hybrid delivery.
Graduate Research Areas
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Energy Materials
- Polymer Structure and Design
- Photonic, Electronic and Magnetic Materials
- Biomaterials and Functional Interfaces
- Materials in Extreme Environments
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MSE Program Curriculum
Required Curriculum
There are two options for obtaining an M.S. degree in Materials Science and Engineering, a Thesis option and a Non-Thesis option. The M.S. program consists of 24 credits of courses plus 6 additional credits (thesis research or non-research).
- MSE 8100 - Fundamentals of Materials Science 3 Credits
- One course selected from the following:
- MSE 8190 - Inorganic Materials Characterization Techniques 4 Credits
- MSE 8260 - Phase Equilibria in Materials Systems 3 Credits
- MSE 8270 - Kinetics of Phase Transformation 3 Credits
- MSE 8400 - Analytical Methods for Organic Materials 4 Credits
- One additional 8000-level MSE course
Thesis Option: Six of the eight courses must be selected from MSE graduate-level courses by the student in consultation with their advisor and advisory committee members. Of the six MSE courses, three are required courses outlined above.
Non-thesis Option:
- MSE 8100 - Fundamentals of Materials Science 3 Credits
- Nine additional courses of their choosing, with a majority of the total courses at the 8000 level and a majority of the total courses in the MSE department.
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Applying to the MSE Program
Required Documents - Supporting Materials
- Online Application
- Unofficial Transcripts - Official Transcripts are required upon acceptance. Do not send official transcripts until you have received your letter of acceptance.
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
- Personal Statement
- Resume
- Official Test Scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo)
How to Apply
To apply for Clemson’s graduate programs in materials science and engineering, you must submit an application, at least two letters of recommendation from faculty members or work supervisors, unofficial transcripts of all college work, a resume, and test scores (international) - official transcripts are required after acceptance. Students who completed a B.S. or M.S. degree in the US are not required to submit TOEFL scores.
Applicants are accepted at any time, but to be considered for all financial aid possibilities, you should apply by early December for the Summer or Fall semester or mid-October for the Spring semester.
Information on deadlines and financial aid can be found on our Graduate Admissions FAQ.
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