Semiconductor and Quantum Materials Pathways
The United States has identified semiconductor manufacturing as a key enabler for economic growth, and as a strategic priority in the coming decades. This renewed emphasis has created a huge demand for leaders trained specifically for these industries. Over the next decade, it is projected that 30,000 new hires will be needed, with nearly 30% with materials expertise. The challenges of maintaining the pace of innovation that has enabled smart phones, Cloud and AI is incredible with exciting research and development opportunities.
Why choose the Semiconductor and Quantum Materials M.S. or M.Eng. pathways?
For students interested in becoming leaders in the semiconductors manufacturing field, a new Semiconductor and Quantum Materials pathway degrees has been developed by field of Materials Science and Engineering at Cornell University. This is a focused degree program within the existing Master of Science (M.S.) and Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) programs.
Our M.Eng. program is typically completed in two semesters and provides students with a professional degree that can be leveraged to increase their professional opportunities and growth. In addition to technical expertise, the M.Eng. program equips engineers with targeted professional and leadership skills to accelerate success in the manufacturing, commercial, and managerial sectors.
Our M.S. program is typically completed in four semesters and provides students with a research degree with engagement in a broad range of semiconductor technologies from materials growth to device fabrication and testing.
The new Semiconductor and Quantum Materials pathways are offered in person working with the world class faculty and industrial partners on the Ithaca, NY campus.
Degree Requirements
To earn their degree, students complete core materials courses as well as selected pre-approved electives, such as Nanofabrication, Quantum Computing Materials, and Advanced Characterization.
Required course categories
- Fundamental Materials Science Courses
- Nanofabrication and Characterization of Electronics
- Semiconductor Electronic and Photonics Devices
- MSE Professional Development
Elective courses
- Semiconductor focused/materials focused courses
- Device focused courses
- Data analytics courses
Prospective students and future semiconductor industry leaders can apply now to this interdisciplinary program. The Semiconductor and Quantum Materials pathways are accepting applications for the fall 2025 semester for Masters of Science until February 1, 2025, and for the Master of Engineering until May 30, 2025.
If you have questions regarding the Semiconductor and Quantum Materials Pathways, please contact:
Kintu Early
Professor of Practice
Director of M.Eng. Program
Andrej Singer
Associate Professor and Croll Sesquincentennial Fellow
Director of Graduate Studies