The M.S. in Chemical Engineering is a part-time program offered by the University of Minnesota's Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and is intended for working professionals in the local industry. It caters to individuals who seek to enhance their technical expertise, advance their careers, and stay competitive in their fields through advanced education. Given the nature of this program, we are not currently admitting applicants based outside of Minnesota.
Students can choose from a variety of elective courses that are directly applicable to their industry. These electives cover specialized areas such as polymer science, nanotechnology, biochemical engineering, and sustainable materials. Please note that many of these courses are offered during standard business hours so applicants will need to have a flexible schedule that allows them to take courses during the day.
The M.S. in Chemical Engineering is a coursework based master’s that does not require an advisor prior to applying.
- 14 - 18 major coursework credits
- 6 - 12 outside coursework
- A total of 33+coursework credits
Learn more about the M.S. in Chemical Engineering program requirements here: https://umtc.catalog.prod.coursedog.com/programs/016032007
Learn more about the program requirements at our admissions information webpage.
