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Brown University

Rhode Island

United States

Overview

The Materials Engineering program at Brown University focuses on the design, creation, and manufacturing of advanced materials such as semiconductors, polymers, ceramics, metal alloys, and composites. These contributions have led to breakthroughs in various fields including computing, communications, automobiles, energy, aerospace, buildings/infrastructure, and biomedical devices. The curriculum provides graduates with both the expertise necessary for their profession and an interdisciplinary foundation for collaboration with other engineers. Students have opportunities to participate in research using Brown's facilities for microscopy, materials characterization, and processing.

Location

1 Prospect St, Providence, Rhode Island, 02912

Website

https://www.commonapp.org/

Total Cost

$71,700

Median Salary

$83,171

Ranking

#13

US World and News Report

#61

The World University Rankings

#79

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

5.51%

Yield Rate

66.39%

SAT range

1470-1550

ACT range

33-35

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$71,700

Out of State Cost

$71,700

Room And Board

$18,514

Living Cost

$22,634

Average Total Aid Awarded

$59,749

Funding Options

Need-Based Aid

Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

42.22% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $59,749.

Scholarships

Brown University Merit Scholarship - Based on academic excellence and leadership potential. Available for both domestic and international students.; International Student Grant - Based on financial need. Available for international students.; Book/Course Material Support (BCMS) Program - Helps scholarship-eligible students cover expenses for books and required course materials.; Need-based Financial Aid - Brown University is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for eligible students.