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.
Ranked among public institutions, 2026
Ranked among public institutions, 2025
Student Enrollment
| Student Level | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 300 |
| Master's | 40 |
| Doctoral | 150 |
| Total Enrollment | 490 |
| Source: Office of Academic & Business Performance Analytics, Texas A&M University As reported to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board |
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Degrees Awarded
| Student Level | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 59 |
| Master's | 33 |
| Doctoral | 23 |
| Total Degrees Awarded | 115 |
| 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.
| Tenure Status | Number of Faculty |
|---|---|
| Professors | 13 |
| Associate | 6 |
| Assistant | 5 |
| Endowed | 7 |
| Total Faculty | 24 |
Research Areas
- Adaptive Functional Materials
- Advanced Structural Materials
- Computational Materials Science Design and Materials Informatics
- Electrochemistry and Corrosion Science Engineering
- Infrastructure Materials
- Materials Synthesis and Processing
- Materials Under Extreme Environments
- Polymers, Soft Matter and Composites
- Quantum Materials
- Small Scale Characterization Techniques