Program Overview

Overview of the Chemical Engineering Program

The Chemical Engineering program at Oregon State University is designed to provide students with a rigorous education in the principles of chemical engineering, preparing them for careers in a variety of industries. The program is offered online and is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Program Details

• The program requires a minimum of 180 quarter credits, with at least 60 of those credits being upper-division.
• Students must complete OSU's Core Education and major requirements in chemical engineering.
• The program includes coursework in chemistry, physics, and core engineering principles, as well as electives that allow students to customize their degree plan.
• Students will gain hands-on experience through remote-access labs and a team-based capstone project.

Skills and Knowledge Gained

Students in the Chemical Engineering program will gain skills in:

• Electrochemical processing
• Advanced chemistry
• Fluid flow, heat, and mass transfer
• Chemical reactor design
• Semiconductor processing
• Conventional and alternative energy systems
• Biochemical processing

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program will be prepared for careers in a variety of industries, including:

• Energy and utilities
• Chemical manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology
• Environmental and waste management
• Semiconductor manufacturing

Admission Requirements

To be directly admitted into the Chemical Engineering program, students must be considered calculus-ready. Students who are not calculus-ready may still be admitted to OSU and can enroll in the program after completing the necessary prerequisites.

Tuition and Fees

The tuition rate for the Chemical Engineering program is $449 per credit, with no additional charge for nonresident students. However, this does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.

Additional Program Features

• The program includes a capstone project where students design a full chemical process or plant.
• Remote-access labs provide students with hands-on experience controlling experiments remotely.
• The program is designed to prepare students for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
• Students can also pursue an honors degree online or earn certificates and microcredentials in specialized areas.