We are delighted that you are interested in Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Maryland and hope you will consider joining us. To learn more about the major, open houses are scheduled throughout the year for prospective students.
Attend an Open House
Prospective students interested in Materials Science and Engineering can visit labs, meet current students and faculty during Open Houses.
All Materials Science and Engineering majors must meet admission, progress, and retention standards of the A. James Clark School of Engineering.
Students who wish to study at the Clark School apply for admission to the University of Maryland; there is no separate application for engineering. When filling out the university application, you may choose materials science and engineering as your intended major. You may also apply as an undecided engineering major. For complete information about applying to the University of Maryland, please visit University Admissions to get acquainted with the university and its admissions process, apply online, or download the application booklet.
Prospective undergraduate engineering students may also send admission inquiries to: futureengineer@umd.edu.
When completing the university application, you may choose MSE as your intended major. Alternatively, if you are undecided, you may choose MSE at a later date.
Clark School Admissions FAQClark School Information SessionsThe First YearThe A. James Clark School of Engineering is a Limited Enrollment Program. University of Maryland students not enrolled in the Clark School or those interested in transferring from another institution must successfully complete a specific set of courses, known as gateway requirements.
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