Overview

The aim of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering from University of Pittsburgh offers MS and PhD students the opportunity to pursue independent research in five research focus areas where the department has developed national and international reputations: Biotechnology, Catalysis, Environment and Energy, Materials and Multi-scale Modeling.

Quick Facts:

Students wishing to pursue the PhD degree should have an outstanding academic background and a desire and ability to carry out original research. PhD students here are given independence and responsibility. They are not only encouraged but are expected to develop research ideas, which they propose and defend. They work closely with their research advisers and often participate in a research group attacking relevant engineering problems. To supplement their research, students take advanced courses in areas related to their research work. Candidates for the PhD achieve a high level of proficiency through this advanced course work and individual study in their research area and related areas.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamental Transport

Fundamentals of Thermodynamics

Fundamentals of Reaction Processes

Special Project

Chemical Engineering Elective

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering Energy Engineering View 82 other Masters in Energy Engineering in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Letters Of Reference

Transcripts

Gre Scores

English Language Proficiency Exam (International Applicants Only)

Tuition Fee

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International

49930 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 49930 USD per year during 12 months.
National

49930 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 49930 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

29440 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29440 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Pittsburgh

1148 - 1944 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Chemical and Petroleum Engineering.

Available Scholarships

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