Program Overview
The Materials Science and Engineering at Cornell University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Materials Science and Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Ithaca, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Materials Science and Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in engineering or physical science. United States and Canadian applicants are strongly advised to submit GRE general test scores; all other applicants must submit those scores. The director of graduate studies may waive this requirement on request. Additional information about course programs and research areas is available on request from the graduate field office.
- all Graduate School Requirements, including the TOEFL Exam for Non-Native English Applicants
- three recommendations
- GRE general test
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 29,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cornell University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Cornell University
Cornell University
Ithaca, United States
private and statutory land-grant research university in Ithaca, New York, USA
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
