Program Overview

Chemical Engineering Program

The Chemical Engineering program at Oregon State University equips students with a solid foundation in chemistry, thermodynamics, and engineering, underpinning advanced coursework in mass transfer operations, chemical reaction engineering, and chemical plant design.

Undergraduate Programs

As a chemical engineer, students will have the power to develop cutting-edge processes that transform basic matter into all kinds of useful products and materials. The program offers diverse faculty working on game-changing research, providing opportunities to explore the many applications of this dynamic field.

Degree Types

• B.S.
• H.B.S.

Locations

• Corvallis
• Online

Program Features

The program features a range of courses, including:

Example Courses

• Material and Energy Balances (Second Year, CBEE 211)
• Process Data Analysis (Second Year, CBEE 213)
• Thermodynamics (Third Year, CHE 311)
• Transport Phenomena (Third Year, CHE 331)
• Chemical Reaction Engineering (Fourth Year, CHE 443)

Degree Requirements

To graduate with a degree in chemical engineering, students must complete a minimum of 180 quarter credits, with at least 60 upper-division credits.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science and Honors Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Chemical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Accelerated Masters Program

The Accelerated Master's Platform allows current OSU undergraduate students to take graduate classes and apply up to 22 credits to their current undergraduate degree and transfer them to a participating graduate program.

Career Opportunities

Employment of chemical engineers is projected to grow 10% from 2023 to 2033. Examples of projects students might work on include:

• Developing technologies for generating and storing renewable energy
• Designing advanced materials for smart surfaces and wearable electronics
• Creating methods for carbon capture and sequestration to combat the climate crisis
• Innovating materials and processes for the semiconductor and high-tech industries
• Making safer, more sustainable consumer products

Salary Range

• Starting: $75,650
• Median: $112,100
• Highly Experienced: $176,420

Student Experience

Students can engage in research, internships, and mentorship programs to build their skills and network. The program also offers opportunities for students to get involved in research, including the Peter and Rosalie Johnson Internship Program, which provides paid research internships for chemical engineering students.

Research Areas

Research areas include renewable energy, energy storage, carbon capture, clean water, and the development of sustainable and recyclable materials.

Related Programs

Related programs include Bioengineering, Ecological Engineering, and Environmental Engineering.