Undergraduate Resources

Undergraduate Student Services Office

Located in 225 Steidle Building, the Undergraduate Student Services Office is available to assist students with general questions about the department and to provide assistance with:

Course selection and scheduling assistance
Academic policies and procedures
Education abroad opportunities
Domestic and international internships and co-ops
Research opportunities
Networking and career development, including resume and cover letter preparation and review
Professional seminars and workshops
Student organizations and involvement
Financial aid and scholarships
Professional organizations and memberships

The Student Services Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Other helpful student resources

Many of our students may be looking for help with issues that are outside of our department. Below are links for students services' resources:

Sokolov-Miller Financial and Life Skills Center: https://financialliteracy.psu.edu/
Career Services: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/career
Job Search: https://nittanylioncareers.psu.edu/
Counseling Services: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/counseling
Learning Services (tutoring): https://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/
PSU LinkedIn Learning: https://linkedinlearning.psu.edu/

Forms

Course Substitution Form
Senior Thesis Application Form
Senior Thesis example pages
Department Scholarship Application Form (only available between Dates here)
Recommendation Letter Request Form
MATSE 496 Independent Study Course Syllabus

MatSE is dedicated to being the safest department on campus. We have our own safety training and measures to ensure we continue our high level of safety awareness and protocols. Click here to learn about MatSE lab access requirements.

Ombudsperson

In order to serve the needs of the MatSE community and assist with resolving problems and conflicts, faculty members are periodically appointed to serve as an Ombudsperson. More information

Educational Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

MatSE is dedicated to maintaining an environment free of harassment and free of discrimination for all people, especially those marginalized because of their identity status. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. Learn more and find resources

Department of Materials Science and Engineering

Undergraduate Resources

Undergraduate Student Services Office

Other helpful student resources

Forms

Undergraduate lab access

Ombudsperson

Educational Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Keys and card access for Steidle Building

MatSE poster printing services

Millennium Scholars Program

Earth and Mineral Sciences Resources