About the course

The Master of Science in Paper and Printing Science is designed to provide theoretical and laboratory experiences which are basic to the development of professional competence in pulp, paper, and printing science. The department has leadership in the areas of flexo, offset and gravure printing, recycling and deinking, papermaking, computational fluid dynamics, and coating. It is internationally recognized in the fields of gravure, printing, printed electronics, paper coating and barrier coating. Its laboratories and equipment are the most complete of any similar academic institution featuring a complete recycled fiber pilot plant, paper machine, high speed puddle and metered size press coater, cylindrical laboratory blade and rod coater and gravure, flexo, offset, screen, and digital printing presses.

　　Thesis Option and a Non-thesis Option are available. While the program requirements for each option differ, the admission requirements for both options are identical. Students without a sufficient background will be required to take PAPR 5000. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Kalamazoo
Fall (August), 2024	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2025	Kalamazoo
Fall (August), 2025	Kalamazoo
Spring (January), 2026	Kalamazoo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Western Michigan University

Applicants with science and related baccalaureate degrees may qualify for admission based upon demonstrated competence at an accredited college or university.

　　At least one semester of college chemistry and one semester of calculus are required.

　　Applicants are encouraged to submit results of the Graduate Record Examination to support their application for admission.

　　An overall grade point average of at least 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate work.

　　Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL 80 iBT graduate.

　　TOEFL Essential 8 Graduate.

　　International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic - 6.5 graduate.

　　Pearson Test of English Academic Module PTE - 54 graduate.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Western Michigan University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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