Overview

The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering degree at the University of Utah can be a good springboard for a PhD, since the course requirements for the two degrees are similar.

Key facts

The University of Utah Department of Chemical Engineering offers several options for students to earn a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering degree:

Coursework-Based track*: This self-funded option provides an opportunity for students to deepen their knowledge of chemical engineering subjects through coursework. Students must complete 30 credit hours of core and elective engineering courses with an average GPA of 3.3 to receive their degree. This track can usually be completed in 16 to 24 months. Students on this track are responsible for covering all costs for the degree.

Project-Based track*: Under this self-funded track, students perform an independent, self-directed project chosen either through consultation with their supervisory committee or through their employer. The project is worth six credit hours and students take 24 additional core and elective credit hours. Completing the degree involves an oral defense of the project before the supervisory committee. This track can usually be completed in 16 to 24 months. Students on this track are responsible for covering all costs for the degree.

Thesis-Based track: The thesis based track is for existing University of Utah students and is coordinated through special arrangement with a supporting faculty member; it is not available for outside applicants. For the thesis-based Master of Science degree, students must complete 30 credit hours of core and elective courses and perform independent research under the direction of a faculty advisor. It is expected that at least one peer-reviewed article related to the research project will be published. Students must write and successfully orally defend a Masters thesis in order to receive the degree. This track typically takes 24 to 36 months to complete.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fluid Mechanics

Mass Transfer

Chemical Reaction Engineering

Thermodynamics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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155 _{(quantitative)}

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelors degree: Applicants must have a Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants whose undergraduate degree is not in chemical engineering are expected to be able to demonstrate proficiency in chemical engineering concepts equivalent to those of a chemical engineering graduate.

Personal Information

Transcripts

Written Statement of Purpose

Resume

Letters of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19708 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19708 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

5600 USD / year

≈ 5600 USD / year

Living costs

Salt Lake City

United States

1000 - 1730 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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