Master’s Degrees in General Materials Science
Education Levels of General Materials Science Majors
During the most recent year for which data is available, 258 people earned their master's degree in general materials science. This earns it the #341 spot on the list of the most popular master's degree programs in the nation.
The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in general materials science at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | 258 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 198 |
| Graduate Certificate | 18 |
Earnings of General Materials Science Majors With Master’s Degrees
We are unable to calculate the median earnings for general materials science majors with their master's degree due to lack of data.
Student Debt
We do not have the data to estimate the median debt for this class of people.
Student Diversity
More men than women pursue master's degrees in general materials science. About 67.4% of graduates in this field are male.
| Gender | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Men | 174 |
| Women | 84 |
The racial-ethnic distribution of general materials science master’s degree students is as follows:
| Race/Ethnicity | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Asian | 14 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 |
| White | 67 |
| International Students | 142 |
| Other Races/Ethnicities | 17 |
Most Popular General Materials Science Programs for Master’s Degrees
There are 33 colleges that offer a master’s degree in general materials science. Learn more about the most popular 20 below:
Carnegie Mellon University tops the list of the most popular school in the U.S. for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree. Roughly 13,500 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $62,260 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $48,496 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 38 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Carnegie Mellon. Of these students, 32% were women and 20% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups.
The 2nd most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is University of California - Berkeley. Each year, around 42,300 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $11,834 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $12,264 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 30 people received their master's degree in general materials science from UC Berkeley. Of these students, 33% were women and 29% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups.
The 2nd most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is Columbia University in the City of New York. Each year, around 30,100 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $64,526 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $53,576 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 30 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Columbia. About 31% of this group were women, and 10% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group.
University at Buffalo is the 4th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in general materials science. Each year, around 32,300 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $7,070 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $11,310 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 23 people received their master's degree in general materials science from University at Buffalo. Around 13% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 63% were women.
Rochester Institute of Technology comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in general materials science. Each year, around 16,100 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $55,784 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $56,884 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 18 people received their master's degree in general materials science from RIT. Around 18% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 47% were women.
The 6th most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is Missouri State University - Springfield. Each year, around 23,500 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $7,812 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $6,264 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 12 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Missouri State.
University of Southern California comes in at #7 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in general materials science. Roughly 46,200 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $66,640 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $66,640 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 9 people received their master's degree in general materials science from USC. About 50% of this group were women, and 13% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group.
Stevens Institute of Technology is the 7th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in general materials science. Each year, around 7,200 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $58,680 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $41,380 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 9 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Stevens. About 38% of this group were women, and 13% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group.
The 9th most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is University of Rochester. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $63,150 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $38,083 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 8 people received their master's degree in general materials science from University of Rochester.
Wayne State University is the 10th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in general materials science. Roughly 26,200 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $13,660 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $18,301 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 7 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Wayne State. Of these students, 33% were women and 33% were members of underrepresented racial-ethnic groups.
Duke University is the 10th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in general materials science. Each year, around 16,100 students seeking various degrees attend the university. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $63,450 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $62,620 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 7 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Duke. Around 8% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 42% were women.
The 12th most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is University of California - Riverside. Roughly 26,400 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $11,834 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $12,264 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 6 people received their master's degree in general materials science from UCR.
University of Delaware comes in at #13 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in general materials science. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $14,040 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $18,504 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 5 people received their master's degree in general materials science from UD.
The 13th most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is Catholic University of America. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $54,630 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $52,190 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 5 people received their master's degree in general materials science from CUA.
The 13th most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is Michigan State University. Roughly 49,600 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $16,930 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $20,808 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 5 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Michigan State.
The 16th most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is University of Arizona. Roughly 45,600 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $11,546 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $12,718 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 4 people received their master's degree in general materials science from University of Arizona. About 33% of this group were women, and 27% were students from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group.
University of California - Santa Barbara comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in general materials science. Roughly 26,100 attend the school each year. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $11,834 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $12,264 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 4 people received their master's degree in general materials science from UCSB. Around 30% of these students were from an underrepresented racial-ethnic group, and 30% were women.
The 16th most popular school in the country for general materials science majors who are seeking their master's degree is University of Denver. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $58,032 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $58,032 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 4 people received their master's degree in general materials science from DU.
Pittsburg State University is the 16th most popular school in the nation for students seeking a master's degree in general materials science. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $6,128 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $7,162 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 4 people received their master's degree in general materials science from Pitt State.
University of New Mexico - Main Campus comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in general materials science. The average in-state tuition for full-time undergraduates is $6,803 per year, while in-state graduate students, on average, pay $6,287 per year. During the most recent year for which we have data, 4 people received their master's degree in general materials science from UNM.
Explore Major by State
Alabama
Arkansas
Connecticut
Florida
Idaho
Iowa
Louisiana
Massachusetts
Mississippi
Nebraska
New Jersey
North Carolina
Oklahoma
Rhode Island
Tennessee
Vermont
West Virginia
Related Majors
Below are some popular majors that are similar to general materials science that offer master’s degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Other Materials Sciences | 13 |
| Materials Chemistry | 8 |
References
*The racial-ethnic minority student count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students at the school to obtain the percentage of racial-ethnic minorities.
- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
- Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Image Credit: By Per Henning under License
More about our data sources and methodologies.
GradDegree.com provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© GradDegree.com – All Rights Reserved.