The masters of science degree in chemical engineering gives students the choice of two options:
Plan A: Thesis-based independent research and coursework
Plan B: Coursework-based with optional research
The curriculum is designed to develop fundamental knowledge in the chemical engineering core areas (thermodynamics, transport and kinetics), while research opportunities are available in advanced materials, catalysis, biotechnology, functional interfaces, electrochemistry and theory and simulation through faculty-run research groups.
Successful completion of an MS degree in chemical engineering typically leads to high-level professional positions or continuing on to a PhD degree. Recent graduates from the MS program currently hold positions places like Northrop Grumman, St. Gobain, IBM, GlobalFoundries, Exxon-Mobil, 3M, and Stanford University.
A complete application to the Department of Chemical Engineering contains several components:
1. A completed online application
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A personal and research statement
4. Three letters of recommendation
5. Official transcript(s)
6. Official test scores：
(1) GRE: Average scores for students accepted into the program are in the 80th percentile in all categories. Subject tests are not required.
(2) TOEFL/IELTS: A minimum TOEFL score of 95 (Internet test) is required for admittance. A minimum IELTS band score of 7.0 is required for admittance.