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Graduate Student Open House

November 6, 2026 | 3-7 p.m.
Explore graduate opportunities in Materials Science and Engineering at NC State.
In person | NC State Centennial Campus

Are you thinking about what’s next after your undergraduate degree?

Whether you want to solve global challenges, advance cutting-edge research or launch a career in high-tech industry, graduate study in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at NC State can help you get there.

Nov 06

Friday3:00 PM

Graduate Student Open House

Join us for the Graduate Student Open House on Friday, Nov. 6, from 3-7 p.m. to discover our graduate programs, research opportunities and career pathways.

What to expect

At the Graduate Student Open House, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Learn about our Ph.D. and master’s programs
  • Explore research opportunities and interdisciplinary projects
  • Tour our advanced research facilities
  • Meet MSE faculty and current graduate students
  • Get information about the application process and funding opportunities

Discover how NC State MSE prepares graduate students for careers in research, industry and innovation.

This is an in-person event at NC State’s Centennial Campus. Virtual attendance is not available.

Globally recognized for research

in optoelectronic, structural, biological and energy materials

Graduate Certificate in Materials Informatics

Build data-science skills for the growing demand in materials science and engineering.

Pioneering tech transfer and entrepreneurship

Move innovations from campus research toward market impact.

Advanced analytical instrumentation

Access advanced facilities for materials characterization and research.

Expertise

in materials characterization and computational materials design

Located in the innovative Research Triangle

Discover Centennial Campus

One of the premier research hubs in North America, Centennial Campus connects the NC State community with industry partners, the City of Raleigh and the broader Research Triangle.

Explore Centennial Campus

Raleigh and the Research Triangle

NC State is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, a growing metropolitan area with a thriving technology economy, abundant green space, acclaimed restaurants and a vibrant arts and culture scene.

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Registration is required

Ready to visit MSE?

Register for the Graduate Student Open House to explore our graduate programs, meet faculty and current students and tour our research facilities.

Please note: This is an in-person event on NC State’s Centennial Campus. Virtual attendance is not available.

Register for the Graduate Student Open House

Frequently asked questions

Is the open house offered virtually?

No. The Graduate Student Open House is an in-person event on NC State’s Centennial Campus. We are not offering a virtual attendance option.

Questions?

Visit our Graduate Student FAQ or email [email protected] to learn more.

Meet the Graduate Program Team

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Douglas Irving
Douglas Irving

Director of Graduate Programs, Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor and University Faculty Scholar

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Juliette Wakefield
Juliette Wakefield

Graduate Services Coordinator