Graduate programs in the department attract high quality and enthusiastic students from a wide variety of backgrounds. Most students have undergraduate degrees in chemical engineering, but students from other disciplines often find graduate programs in Chemical Engineering to be a good fit. Several different degree programs are offered by the department and interested students should use links to the left to learn about the details of different programs. The graduate degrees offered by the department include:

PhD in Chemical Engineering: a research-oriented degree that prepares students for independent research careers in industry or academia. This is a full time degree and students are fully funded. The program is competitive and the department admits between 12 – 20 new PhD students each year.

MS in Chemical Engineering: a research-oriented degree that prepares students for a variety of career paths. This is a full time degree program with a typical duration of 18 – 24 months. Students complete both coursework and an independent research project (with thesis). Funding is not available for this degree program.

MChE or Masters of Chemical Engineering: a course-work based degree that provides students with added depth in the technical aspects of the field and breadth through elective courses. This program can be full time or part time and is typically completed in two semesters. Funding is not available for this degree program.

MSCPS or Masters of Colloids, Polymers and Surfaces: a course-work based degree offered by the college of engineering but administered through Chemical Engineering. This degree focuses on the specific technical aspects of the CPS field. The degree can be full time or part time and is particularly suited for students with degrees in the sciences or engineering interested in this specific technological area.

MESTP or Masters in Energy Science, Technology, and Policy: the College of Engineering offers a Masters in Energy Science, Technology and Policy program intended for students who seek a masters program that emphasizes both engineering and a broader perspective in economics and public policy. Students enroll in the program independent of a department, but can select a disciplinary concentration within chemical engineering. Requiring 96 units (8 - 10 courses) the degree is designed to be completed in one academic year. While seeded with chemical engineering courses, the program is interdisciplinary and draws instructors from all the departments of the College. Students in this program will acquire a unique education focused on energy and incorporating strengths from other College departments. Most graduates will be interested in carriers in utility companies, power plants manufacturers, primary metals and other energy intensive manufacturing, consulting and government labs and academic institutions. See the degree's offical website here for more information.

Other: One other Masters degree program offered on campus might be of interest. This program is administered though other departments, but often attracts students with a Chemical Engineering background or similar skills. The Engineering & Technology Innovation Management (E&TIM) program offers students with technical backgrounds exposure to technology innovation and management.

For more detailed information about this degree program, please see individual pages on this site or links provided. All programs use the same online application procedure; please use the online application process. Questions on the first four programs should be directed to chemical engineering.