Materials Science & Engineering: Materials Engineering MS
Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
Is this program right for you?
As a student in the accelerated master’s materials engineering program you can choose from four focus areas designed to give you a deeper understanding of the materials engineering specialty that aligns with your career and personal goals. In one year, you’ll graduate with the specialized knowledge to further your career in the field of materials science.
- Accelerated and course-based, so you graduate in one year, with no thesis required
- Choose your focus area: Nanomaterials and Nanoengineering, Engineering Materials and Processes, Semiconductor Materials and Manufacturing for Microelectronics, or Computation and Artificial Intelligence in Materials Engineering
- Network and work alongside faculty and alumni who care about your success
Education that works for you
Build a comprehensive and applied knowledge base for materials engineering with the UW–Madison accelerated MS in Materials Science and Engineering.
Program type
Master’s degree
Degree awarded
Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
Commitment
3 semesters
Tuition
$1,200 per credit
Format
Accelerated
Face-to-face
Credits
30 graduate credits
Admission terms
Program admits for fall and summer terms
Offered by
STEM opt eligible
Yes
Supports F-1 Visa
Yes
Learn moreApplication deadlines
Summer 2027
- Deadline: December 15, 2026
Fall 2027
- Deadline: December 15, 2026
Admissions and events
Program requirements
Application materials required
June 11, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Ask Me Anything: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Bring your questions and learn more about UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs in a casual virtual session. No registration required.
Register now →June 16, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Program Pop-In: Pre-Application Course Planning
Didn’t study engineering at UW-Madison as an undergrad? Learn what courses engineering students typically take and how to compare that with your own background so you can identify what you already know and any areas to strengthen before applying.
Register now →June 23, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Ask Me Anything: International Student Edition
Have questions about studying as an international student? Bring them! This live Q&A covers UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs, the application process, and the student experience. No registration required.
Register now →July 7, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Ask Me Anything: International Student Edition
Have questions about studying as an international student? Bring them! This live Q&A covers UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs, the application process, and the student experience. No registration required.
Register now →July 15, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
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Bring your questions and learn more about UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs in a casual virtual session. No registration required.
Register now →July 28, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Career Outlook: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Explore career outcomes for graduates of UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs, including top employers, common job titles, salary ranges, and hiring locations.
Register now →August 4, 2026 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Ask Me Anything: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Have questions about studying as an international student? Bring them! This live Q&A covers UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs, the application process, and the student experience. No registration required.
Register now →August 6, 2026 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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Bring your questions and learn more about UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs in a casual virtual session. No registration required.
Register now →August 18, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Application Assistance: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Learn about the College of Engineering accelerated master’s programs and application best practices. You’ll leave knowing what you need, and how to successfully apply.
Register now →August 20, 2026 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Application Assistance: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Learn about the College of Engineering accelerated master’s programs and application best practices. You’ll leave knowing what you need, and how to successfully apply.
Register now →August 25, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Ask Me Anything: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Bring your questions and learn more about UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs in a casual virtual session. No registration required.
Register now →August 26, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Ask Me Anything: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Bring your questions and learn more about UW’s Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs in a casual virtual session. No registration required.
Register now →August 27, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Application Assistance: Accelerated Engineering Master’s Programs
Learn about the College of Engineering accelerated master’s programs and application best practices. You’ll leave knowing what you need, and how to successfully apply.
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Materials Science & Engineering: Materials Engineering MS
$108,306
Median salary in 2024, Lightcast™
Job titles
Top industries
Top employers
10%
Projected growth from 2024-2034. Source: Lightcast™ 2024.
#11
graduate ranking for materials engineering among U.S. public universities
U.S. News & World Report, 2025
What you’ll learn
Push the boundaries of materials science with the Materials Science & Engineering: Materials Engineering program. Delve into cutting-edge topics like nanomaterials, artificial intelligence and semiconductor design to engineer the future.
- Nanomaterials
- Nanoengineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Semiconductors
- Microelectronics
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