Chemical EngineeringMS

This master’s program is ranked #2 in the nation by Masters Program Guide, which bases its rankings on four major factors - earning potential, affordability, student satisfaction, and selectivity. This program offers a thesis or non-thesis option, as well as an accelerated master's option.

Program Highlights

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Featured Research

  • Applications of Omics Technology in Deciphering Microbial Mechanisms in Environmental Waste Management
  • Mixed Oxides and Hydrothermal Liquefaction Derived Biochar as Electrode Materials for Energy Storage Applications
  • Functionally Graded Synthetic Foam Composite Structures Designed for Impact Energy Absorption and Thermal Insulation

Featured Courses

  • Chemical Engineering Transport Phenomena
  • Reactor Design
  • Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

Potential Careers

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Energy
  • Environmental protection
  • Food processing
  • Manufacturing

 

 

Eligibility Criteria

3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale
Bachelor's Degree in
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Biotechnology
Criteria may not be strict thresholds; factors such as work or research experience may be considered. Students with special circumstances should contact the program prior to applying.

Credits

Thesis
Course requirements: 24 credits
Research requirements: 6 credits
Total credits: 30 

Non-thesis
Course requirements: 27-30 credits
Project requirements: 0-3 credits
Total credits: 30

Application Deadline

Applications are considered after the deadlines, but timely admittance and/or funding may be affected. Applications may be deferred to a later semester without reapplying.

For Fall Enrollment
: February 1
For Spring Enrollment: August 1
Application Instructions

Thesis

A research degree involves diving deep into a specific topic within your area of interest and completing and defending an master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation. A match of research interests between the student and potential advisor is crucial. Students work one-on-one with a faculty member on a research project, which may offer grant funding in the form of a research assistantship. Admission decisions are subject to advisor availability and research match in addition to the applicant’s academic qualifications.
Program Requirements

TYPE

In-Person

ADMISSION MATERIALS
  • Statement of purpose
  • Official US transcripts or international transcript evaluation
  • Official English proficiency scores
  • 3 Letters of recommendation
  • Official GRE scores 
COST

Non-Thesis

The non-thesis option focuses on graduate coursework and professional development. Learn the latest advanced information and apply it to your work in the field. There is no requirement for a thesis. A project may be required.
Program Requirements

TYPE

In-person

ADMISSION MATERIALS
  • Statement of purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • English proficiency scores
COST

 

Have more questions?

Chemical Engineering MS/ Chemical & Biological Engineering PhD:

Lori Groven
Program Coordinator
CBEC 2212