PhD in Materials Design and Innovation in Amherst United States | University at Buffalo, SUNY

Applicants must complete an online application, upload unofficial transcripts, and provide a personal statement and resume. GRE scores are not required but recommended, particularly for applicants without strong academic training in mathematics, statistics, or physics. Letters of recommendation are required for all MDI graduate programs. International students are also required to submit proof of English language proficiency.

Statement of Purpose

Please upload a brief personal statement describing your educational objectives, your academic experience, and why you're interested in the program. There is no required length or word limit for the statement.
 

College Transcripts

Copies of transcript(s) for all post-secondary schoolwork must be uploaded with your application for initial review. Upon an offer of admission, accepted applicants will be required to submit official transcripts and proof of degree(s).

Letters of Recommendation

• Two (2) letters of recommendation are required to apply to the master's program.
• Three (3) letters of recommendation are required to apply to the doctoral program.

Letters are automatically requested when you enter recommenders' names and email addresses in your application. While we will accept letters from professional sources, we strongly prefer letters from professors acquainted with your academic interests, achievements, and abilities.
 

Resume/CV

Upload a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to your application. Your resume or CV should include details about your education, employment, and internship history. Pertinent research experience should be included as well.
 

GRE Scores (optional but recommended)

GRE scores are optional but recommended for this program. If you would like to take the GRE, you can arrange to take it through the Educational Testing Service (ETS). Official scores should come directly from ETS.