The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering is a cutting-edge program, employing state-of-the-art analytical materials instrumentation not found anywhere else in the region between Cleveland and Pittsburgh. Incorporating the research activities from the YSU Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Engineering (CEMSE) and the Ohio Hub for Innovation and Opportunity in Advanced Materials Commercialization, this program promotes the synergistic interaction of industrially focused research efforts of faculty, students, and commercial research partners leading to economic development of the region. The Ph.D. is specifically targeted at producing graduates who can find employment as an industrial research scientist or engineer.

Interested students are encouraged to apply using the application information available throughout this site. For full consideration, including consideration for assistantships and other scholarships, applications should be received by February 1. Further information about our program, including faculty and specific research opportunities, is also available. For more information on the Ph.D. program in Material Science and Engineering and questions about the admissions or applications process, please contact:

Hazel Marie, Ph.D., P.E.
Program Director
PH: 330-941-3017
hmarie@ysu.edu

The Center of Excellence in Materials Science and Engineering (CEMSE)
Youngstown State University
One University Plaza
Youngstown, OH 44555
PH: 330-941-3009