*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.
Admission criteria
| Entrance Term | Priority Deadline | Final Deadline |
| Fall | January 1 | March 15 |
| Spring | October 1 | October 15 |
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Consideration is given to grade trends, performance in the area of chemical engineering and mathematics and other criteria bearing on a student’s probable success in graduate study. Selected students with less than a 3.0 overall GPA may be considered on a probationary basis. Financial support is competitive and requires a 3.0 GPA. Graduates holding degrees in physics, chemistry, applied mathematics and related fields also may be considered for candidacy, but are required to take additional course work.
Minimum GRE Scores
| GRE | Verbal | Quantitative | Analytical Writing |
| Required Scores | 146 | 155 | 3.0 |
Minimum Language Requirements
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Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Chemical Engineering Program
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose
- 3 letters of reference
- Unofficial GRE scores (waived for applicants with a BS degree from a US or US territory college/university)
- All applicants will be required to interview with 2 faculty members prior to an admissions decision being rendered.