Materials Science Graduate Program

Why earn a master's degree in materials science from Missouri State?

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Get excellent preparation for your future – Our program has in-depth courses and plenty of research options. You'll be ready to enter the workforce or pursue advanced study programs (PhD).
Study alongside experts and pros – Our faculty are active in research and can guide you toward your educational and professional goals. They'll connect you to internships that could lead to job offers.
Use the finest tools available – You will have access to some of the most advanced labs and equipment in the Midwest, giving you an extra edge in your research.
Get hired, make a good living – Our graduates have a 95% job placement rate and earn top-tier salaries in STEM.

Browse frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Research

Drive new discoveries

From novel materials to planetary systems, our research labs cover it all. You can delve into research with faculty who are well-respected in their fields.

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Degree options: MS in Materials Science

Earn your degree on the timeline that suits you. You’ll be able to pick courses and research projects that support your goals.

Sample schedule

Traditional master's

Complete your degree on the normal timeline, which takes about two years (four semesters).

Path

Accelerated master's

Get a head start on your master's degree while you complete your major. Reach the finish line, sooner.

Interested in a graduate assistantship?

A limited number of graduate assistantships (GA) are made available each year. Being a GA is a great way to fund your materials science master's degree.

As a GA, you'll receive a tuition fee waiver and a stipend for living expenses.

Learn more about graduate assistantships

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Careers and Outcomes

Explore your potential career paths

Work on the materials – metals, plastics and ceramics – that make products safe, durable and long-lasting.

Alumni spotlight

Shine your light

Want to make breakthroughs in science? Take a note from Heath Gemar. His materials science degree led him toward an advanced education in optics. Now, he's making innovative discoveries for the U.S. Navy.