Degree InformationDegree Offered: DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING)CIP Code: 14.1801 Campus: Seattle Admission Requirements and Contact InformationThe department primarily admits students in Autumn. Applying to Winter or Spring requires approval from a faculty member. Contact Information Karen Wetterhahn, Graduate Program Manager Program Website msegrad@uw.edu Requirements and Prerequisites
Applicants with backgrounds in materials science and engineering, chemistry, physics, or related science and engineering fields are encouraged to apply. GRE Requirements GRE Requirement: Optional/Not Required. Submitting GRE scores is not required. However, if official scores are submitted, they may be considered during the review process. More Information: If you've completed the GRE, your scores will be considered, but it is not a required part of the application. Additional Instructions Please see complete application instructions. Non-Native English Speaker Information Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2. Program requirement: If using official test scores to fulfill the requirement, the minimum scores are as follows:
International Student Information Applicants who will need a visa should reference the International Applicant Information page. If admitted to the program, international students requesting an F1 or J1 visa will be required to provide financial ability documentation to the UW Graduate School. Program DeadlinesAutumn 2026 - Domestic: Open Date: 11/01/2025 Deadline Date: 01/05/2026 Autumn 2026 - International: Open Date: 11/01/2025 Deadline Date: 01/05/2026 Application Materials3 Recommendation(s) Resume Statement of Purpose |