OpenFieldPhD Graduate Research Assistantship in Materials Science and Nanotechnology
World-leading doctoral research at the A.J. Drexel Nanomaterials Institute, synthesizing 2D MXenes, nanomaterials for energy storage, supercapacitors, and electromagnetic shielding.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- B.S. or M.S. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry with GPA 3.4 or higher.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 100 or IELTS 7.5.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE general test recommended.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Official transcripts, curriculum vitae, 2-page statement of research purpose, and published papers/theses.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full tuition waiver, comprehensive health insurance, and annual living stipend of $36,000 funded by NSF and DoD
- Application fee
- $65 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 tuition for fully funded doctoral researchers
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Drexel University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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