MS Chemical Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology

Programme overview

Gain exposure to new technologies such as nanotechnologies and biotechnologies to help you prepare for careers in research or professional advancement. This program is also designed for students wishing to pursue doctoral studies.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Health | Department: Chemical and Biological Engineering | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering offers students a strong foundation in multiple areas of chemical engineering, with a specialization in one area through research or thesis options. Advanced coursework and research will prepare students to make significant contributions while working in areas of high-impact innovation. Students have the flexibility to design a program of study that reflects professional goals and interests in consultation with their adviser.

Career pathways

Our Master of Science in Chemical Engineering degree program will prepare you for such careers as: Senior process engineer; Research and development engineer; Lead chemical engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission requirements ensure that incoming students are well-prepared and qualified to succeed in their chosen program. Prospective students must review each program of interest to determine whether they meet admissions requirements as outlined in the course bulletin. Program Specialization E3 (Environment, Energy, Economy in conjunction with Wanger Institute for Sustainable Energy Research – WISER) We Hit the Ground Running Training at Moderna Fatima Rizwan was selected for the six-month Moderna Research Co-op program. Fatima Rizwan (M.S. CHE ’21, Ph.D. CHE Candidate) Pushing Boundaries Invaluable mentorship and learning opportunities through the Quality Science Education program.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall and Spring.

Fall term: priority deadlines January 31 and April 15; regular deadline July 15 (domestic and international students living in the U.S.) or June 15 (international students living outside the U.S.). Spring term: priority October 1, extended to October 15; regular deadline January 7 (domestic) or November 15 (international). The admissions application fee is $100. GRE is optional for master's applicants.

Chicago-Kent J.D.: no application fee for 2026 J.D. applicants; first-year entry is Fall, with transfer entry in Fall or Spring.

Apply through the official page: https://www.iit.edu/admissions-aid/apply

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