Houston,
TX,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Materials Science and NanoEngineering in Houston United States | Rice University
Rice University
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Houston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
57,210
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Ph.D. candidates enrolled full-time should fulfill all degree requirements within five years of starting the program. Extending beyond this period requires departmental authorization. The Ph.D. program mandates completion of 90 credit hours of advanced study, including a minimum of 18 coursework credits. MSNE graduate students cannot receive credit for courses that are part of Rice's MSNE undergraduate curriculum, with the exception of MSNE 401. Note that MSNE 401 cannot be applied toward graduate credits if it was previously used to satisfy undergraduate requirements. Graduates with a Ph.D. in Materials Science and NanoEngineering will achieve the following competencies: Exhibit expert-level knowledge in Materials Science and NanoEngineering practice. Perform autonomous research showcasing specialized expertise in a Materials Science or NanoEngineering subdiscipline. Effectively convey scientific concepts through written and oral communication.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent undergraduate degree
Grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent in another grading system ( If your university/college does not use the 4.0 grading system, please translate your GPA into the 4.0 scale if at all possible)
Standardized tests (GRE and TOEFL)
Statement of purpose
Unofficial transcript
CV
Recommendations from at least three people who know your academic achievements and potential
Scores must not be older than TWO (2) years, and an official copy must be sent to the Graduate School directly from ETS. Students must score at least 90 on the iBT (internet-based) TOEFL, 250 on computer-based, and 600 on paper-based test. For students who choose to take the IELTS in lieu of TOEFL, the minimum score is 7.
Grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent in another grading system ( If your university/college does not use the 4.0 grading system, please translate your GPA into the 4.0 scale if at all possible)
Standardized tests (GRE and TOEFL)
Statement of purpose
Unofficial transcript
CV
Recommendations from at least three people who know your academic achievements and potential
Scores must not be older than TWO (2) years, and an official copy must be sent to the Graduate School directly from ETS. Students must score at least 90 on the iBT (internet-based) TOEFL, 250 on computer-based, and 600 on paper-based test. For students who choose to take the IELTS in lieu of TOEFL, the minimum score is 7.
Tuition
USD
57,210