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Master of Science in Materials Sciences

Kent State University

USA,Ohio

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 25,092/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

Aug 2026

Apply Date

USA, Ohio

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1910

Total Students: 36,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

800 E Summit St, Kent, OH 44240, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Materials Sciences

Program Overview

The Master of Science degree in Materials Science provides students with extensive scientific training, cutting-edge research opportunities and engineering skills necessary for a variety of careers in academy and industry. Program faculty and students conduct research through Kent State's participating departments and the Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute. Such research includes liquid crystal synthesis and molecular design; properties of liquid crystals and related advanced materials; lyotropic liquid crystals and bio-related materials; opto-electronics; and nanoscience and nanotechnologies. These important research foci are inherently interdisciplinary.

Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:

Develop an advanced understanding of the fundamental science of soft materials and ability to apply acquired knowledge of physical and chemical properties of advanced soft materials and devices such as liquid crystals, polymers, colloids and active matter.
Gain experience in presenting scientific data in research publications, articles, posters and oral presentations.
Apply acquired knowledge to the development of new soft materials, new theories and effects and advanced materials such as liquid crystal-based devices.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Backlogs Allowed

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
may 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Not Available
may 2026		Not Available
aug 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70

Tuition Fee

CAD 25,092 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Kent State University

CAD 13,440 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 71
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 62.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Global Scholarship Honors Scholarship Polatajko Family Scholarship Graduate Assistantships and Fellowships	Global Scholarship: Available for incoming international undergraduate students. Renewable if maintaining full-time enrollment and good academic standing. Deadline: July 1 for Fall (August start) November 1 for Spring (January start) March 1 for Summer (May start) Honors Scholarship: For new freshmen admitted to the Honors College. Acholarship is based on GPA. Deadline: December 1 for Spring (January start) January 15 for Fall (August start) Polatajko Family Scholarship: For undergraduate and graduate students with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Deadline: August 1 for Fall January 10 for Spring Graduate Assistance: Includes fellowships and assistantships (teaching, research, or administrative). Offers tuition waivers and stipends in exchange for up to 20 hours of work per week. Work Opportunities: International students can work up to 20 hours per week on-campus. LINK: https://www.kent.edu/admissions/international-students-scholarship-resources	Global Scholarship Range: $4,300 to $15,000 annually. Honors Scholarship Range: $2,000 to $17,000 annually. Polatajko Family Scholarship Amount: $1,000 (non-renewable).

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.