Learn how materials behave at all scales, from electrons to skyscrapers, to improve the performance of existing materials and to design and fabricate new, higher performance materials.
Highlights
Combination of classroom and hands-on instruction so you can apply your knowledge
Participate in research led by renowned faculty
Industry and university partnerships provide networking and internship opportunities
Join a math, science, and engineering residence hall, where you can study with your neighbours, get free tutoring, and use the hall’s computer lab
Career
With a Materials Science and Engineering degree, you can work in:
Metallurgy
Biomaterials
Aerospace
Solid state electronics production
September 2025
Washington State University
370 Lighty Student Services Building,
PULLMAN,
Washington,
99164, United States
To be considered for WSU admission as a first-year international student:
Complete at least 12 years of school, culminating in an appropriate secondary/high school certificate or external examination.
Minimum 2.70 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 scale
Preparation in humanities, mathematics, basic sciences, and social sciences
English proficiency:
IELTS: 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 75
Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency: 176
Eiken: Level 1
iTEP: 4
Duolingo English Test: 105
Priority Application Deadline: January 31 for fall term; November 15 for spring term
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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