The University of Virginia (UVA) is a public research university in Charlottesville, Virginia. Founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson, UVA is the oldest state-supported university in the United States. The university is set within the Academical Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Virginia provides a comprehensive education exploring the fundamental principles governing the structure, properties, processing, and performance of materials. Offering robust undergraduate and graduate programs, including an ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science and fully funded doctoral studies, the department covers diverse material types such as metals, ceramics, polymers, and biomaterials. Students gain practical experience using cutting-edge facilities like the Nanoscale Materials Characterization Facility. Research spans critical areas including structural materials, electronic properties, corrosion, and soft materials, supported by strengths in synthesis, characterization, and computation. Graduates are well-prepared for impactful careers in industry, government, and academia, contributing innovative material solutions to address global challenges.
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