NorMaterials Science and EngineeringNorthwestern University

Program Info

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake.

2 cases

Official sources are the final authority

Statement of purpose

Required; used heavily in evaluating potential.

CV or resume

Recommendation letters x 3

Required online; due with the application by the deadline.

Unofficial transcript(s)

From all schools attended after high school; submitted online.

Official sources are the final authority

Academic: Bachelor's degree; No published hard GPA cutoff. Evaluation uses coursework, test scores, research experience, and recommenders.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Preparation to pursue graduate study in materials science and engineering.
IELTS: 7.0 overall; Department minimum.
TOEFL: 90 overall; Department PhD minimum on the internet-based test (550 PBT / 213 CBT). Required unless an English-instruction degree waiver applies.
GRE: Not considered; GRE is not required; scores of PhD applicants will not be reviewed even if submitted.