The graduate programs in the department are designed to provide advanced study in the fields of materials properties, materials structures, and materials processing. Emphasis is placed on metals, alloys, electronic and optical materials, ceramics, composites and biomaterials. Courses and research are provided in extraction, thermodynamics, kinetics, transport, microstructural characterization, physical properties, processing, and application.

Materials Science and Engineering (MS) at The University of Arizona Global
The Materials Science and Engineering (MS) at The University of Arizona Global is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered hybrid at the Arizona Global Direct - Online University of Arizona - Main - Tucson Arizona Online - Online campus in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 22, 2027.
About Materials Science and Engineering (MS)
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Materials Science and Engineering (MS) at The University of Arizona Global
Entry Requirements
Minimum GPA 3.0
Official transcripts
3 letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose
International applicants must also provide:
Minimum TOEFL (interned-based): 79
Minimum TOEFL (paper-based): 550
Minimum IELTS (overall band score): 7
GRE scores
Required test(s): GRE (international students)
Required GRE Subject tests:
Recommended tests:
Recommended GRE Subject tests:
Minimum GRE Verbal:
Minimum GRE Quantitative:
Minumum GRE Written:
Minimum GMAT:
Minimum MAT:
Minimum TOEFL: 79 (internet-based); 550 (paper-based)
Minimum IELTS: 7
Research assistantships (please contact research professors directly for RA positions)
Fellowships
Tuition and registration scholarships available for qualified students
Domestic Applicants:
- Fall: January 15
- Spring: June 1
International Applicants:
- Fall: January 15
- Spring: June 1
International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.
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ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 1400, 1401, 1402, 1403, 1404, 1499
English Requirements
- PTEMin 60
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 79
English Program Requirements
Tuition and Fee Information for Materials Science and Engineering (MS) at The University of Arizona Global
How to Apply for Materials Science and Engineering (MS) at The University of Arizona Global
- International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
- International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
- Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
- Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
- Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
- University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.
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