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Combined Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in MatSE
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The five-year BS-MS program in Materials Science and Engineering combines two degrees: a BS in MatSE with an MS (with thesis) in MatSE. Current MatSE students enrolled in the College of Engineering at Illinois who maintain superior academic performance are eligible to apply for this program. Students admitted to the program will receive both degrees once all requirements for the 5-Year BS-MS degree program have been successfully completed but will be permitted to participate in the Graduation Ceremonies with their BS class if they have completed 131 hours.
combined Master of business administration and master or doctorate in MatSE
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The Illinois MBA and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering have jointly established a program leading to the degrees of Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Material Science Engineering or Doctorate of Philosophy in Material Science and Engineering. The two degrees are awarded on the basis of 92 hours of coursework with thesis for master of science (96 hours without thesis) or 156 hours of coursework for doctorate degree.
The MBA/MatSE program is open to students who have completed an accredited bachelor’s degree and who meet the admission criteria of the MBA program and Department of Material Science and Engineering. This joint degree program is available to both domestic and international students.