Undergraduate Programs

Why Study Materials Science?

Materials are the functional components of modern technology, from electrodes for rechargeable batteries to insulators for quantum computers. Materials scientists invent new materials and study the connections between the underlying atomic and molecular structure of a material, its properties, its processing methods, and its performance in applications. Internationally, materials scientists work alongside engineers and basic scientists on some of the most pressing societal issues, such as clean energy production and storage.


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Gain Real-World Experience

As undergraduates, materials science and technology majors have the opportunity to conduct hands-on research in cutting-edge labs and facilities across the university.


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Get Academic and Financial Support

Students in the Materials Science and Technology program can seek advising and academic support or apply for scholarships and awards through the College of Arts and Sciences.


Chemistry and Physics Events

Electrochem PNW 2025
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Electrochem PNW 2025 Sep 25 Willamette Hall
Electrochem PNW 2025
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Electrochem PNW 2025 Sep 26 Willamette Hall
Consortium of Oregon Diversity and Equity Scholars (CODES) Conference
Sep26
Consortium of Oregon Diversity and Equity Scholars (CODES) Conference Sep 26 Straub Hall
Department of History: Fall Get-Togeter
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Department of History: Fall Get-Togeter Oct 3 McKenzie Hall
Unlocking Graduate Student Career Resources
Oct8
Unlocking Graduate Student Career Resources Oct 8
How to: Resume and Cover Letter Tips (Workshop)
Oct13
How to: Resume and Cover Letter Tips (Workshop) Oct 13 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
ELO Scholarship Student and Alumni Panel
Oct14
ELO Scholarship Student and Alumni Panel Oct 14 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Next Level Resumes and CVs
Oct15
Next Level Resumes and CVs Oct 15
Resume Extravaganza! (Drop-In Resume Reviews with Career Coaches & Peer Coaches)
Oct15
Resume Extravaganza! (Drop-In Resume Reviews with Career Coaches & Peer Coaches) Oct 15 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Career Tour-Tech Edition
Oct17
Career Tour-Tech Edition Oct 17 Ford Alumni Center