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Facts and Figures

Rankings

Our department is consistently recognized as one of the top materials science and engineering programs in the nation. These rankings reflect the strength of our academic offerings, the impact of our research, and the dedication of our students and faculty.

#10 undergraduate program

Ranked among public institutions, U.S. News and World Report 2027

#8 graduate program

Ranked among public institutions, 2026

Student Enrollment

Enrollment (Fall 2026)
Student Level Non-Distance Education Students1 In-State Distance Education Students1 THECB Totals1 Out-of-State Distance Education Students Total Enrollment of all Students
Undergraduate 313 313 313
Master's 43 43 43
Doctoral 151 151 151
Total Enrollment 507 0 507 0 507
Source: Office of Academic & Business Performance Analytics, Texas A&M University
1As reported to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Degrees Awarded

Degrees Awarded (Fall 2025, Spring 2026, Summer 2026)
Student Level Number of Students
Bachelor's 84
Master's 22
Doctoral 30
Total Degrees Awarded 136
Source: Office of Academic & Business Performance Analytics, Texas A&M University

Faculty

Our department brings together an exceptional community of students and faculty, creating the foundation for excellence in teaching, research, and service. Our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for their leadership, innovation, and impact in the field of materials science and engineering.

The table below highlights the strength and depth of our faculty, reflecting the breadth of expertise that guides our students and drives discovery.

Faculty Headcount (Fall 2026)
Faculty Type Number of Faculty
Tenured/Tenure-Track 22
Academic Professional Track 5
Total Faculty 27

Research Areas