Materials Engineering Degree

The Materials Engineering or Materials Science degree track is an arena emphasizing engineering principles coupled with physics and chemistry focused on the design and discovery of new materials. In other words, Materials Engineering emphasize how a material affects its structure and the resulting material’s durability, properties, and performance under various conditions. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer materials engineering degrees.

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Missouri University of Science and Technology

5100 Rockhill Rd., Kansas City, MO

Missouri University of Science and Technology, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Rolla, Missouri, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Missouri University of Science and Technology has a yearly student enrollment of about 7,200.

Areas of study available at Missouri University of Science and Technology include:

• Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students admitted to Missouri University of Science and Technology have an SAT score in a range of 1150 - 1400, or an ACT score in a range of 25 - 31. 90% of applicants are accepted to Missouri University of Science and Technology, of which 44 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at futurestudents.mst.edu.

The tuition at Missouri University of Science and Technology varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $10,000 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $24,000 annually. Housing is available for students, and generally costs about $6,000 annually. Students attending Missouri University of Science and Technology may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The mascot for Missouri University of Science and Technology is the "Miners", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Materials Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Missouri University of Science and Technology has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $119410

Cost Estimators

Description

Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.

Materials Engineers

Description

Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes those engineers working with composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Includes metallurgists and metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, materials engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $67860

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).