The minimum GPA requirement is 3.0 on the 4-point scale .

Due to COVID-19, the GRE is optional. Please contact the department graduate advisor to learn more.

The GRE must be taken within five years of the quarter you intend to enroll and the required scores are listed below:

• The minimum GRE score is 300 for applicants who took the GRE after July 31, 2011
• The minimum GRE score is 1,100 for applicants who took the GRE prior to July 31, 2011

Minimum requirements for the TOEFL include:

• 550 on the paper-based test
• 213 on the computer-based test
• 80 on the Internet-based test

TOEFL Codes

• University: 4839
• A department code is not necessary

GRE Codes

Due to COVID-19, the GRE is optional. Please contact the department graduate advisor to learn more.

• University: R4839 (UC Riverside)
• A department code is not necessary

UCR now accepts scores from the Academic Modules of the International English Language Testing System (IETLS), which is jointly managed by the British Council, IDP:IELTS Australia and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations

• The exam must be taken within two years of the time you intend to enroll at UCR.
• The minimum acceptable scores are: overall band score of 7 with no individual section score less than 6.

For off-cycle admissions (Winter and Spring), we highly recommend that students apply only if specifically asked to do so by a faculty member. There have been occasions in which students are admitted off-cycle but such cases are rare. To see dates and deadlines visit Graduate Division

The selection of qualified candidates for the Master’s and Ph.D. programs is based on an applicant’s qualifications as a whole. Therefore, an applicant’s GPA, GRE score, TOEFL or IELTS scores (international applicants only), statement of personal history, and letters of recommendation are all very seriously considered.

Due to COVID-19, the GRE is optional. Please contact the department graduate advisor to learn more.

Occasionally, applicants are considered for admission if one of the above mentioned areas is slightly below minimum criteria. However, this is rare and only occurs when an applicant is specifically recommended by a faculty member and special circumstances justify the exception.

One official sealed transcript from your undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) institutions. Transcripts should also be translated into English if you have attended a foreign institution. If you already have your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree we will also accept copies of your degree certificate(s).

No, this is not necessary. If you are admitted into the program, Graduate Division will request this information from you directly.

Materials Science & Engineering Program
MSE Bldg., Room 313
University of California
Riverside, CA 92521-0429
Phone: (951) 827-3383
Fax: (951) 827-3419
Email: mse-program@engr.ucr.edu
Website: www.mse.ucr.edu

The current fees and tuition are posted on the UCR Graduate Division website.

The graduate program receives approximately 200 applications annually.

The target is usually 15-20 students per year, however, this is subject to change.

Almost all of our Ph.D. students, both domestic and international, receive fellowships, TA, and Graduate Student Researcher appointments. International students who are pursuing an M.S. degree are not funded. Well qualified domestic students who are pursuing an M.S. degree are eligible for limited funding.

Qualified applicants get extremely competitive fellowship packages. These cover all fees and tuition and include an annual salary of $12,000 to $20,000 in addition to the paid health insurance. The only out of pocket expense (except of course for the cost of living) is a miscellaneous campus fee of $348 per quarter.

We are able to nominate admitted students for guaranteed housing. Housing is also offered off campus. Please visit the Housing Services website for more information.

You can refer to the Graduate Division’s Fees Fellowship and Financial Assistance web page for the numbers.

No, the graduate program accepts applicants with a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree.