BS Chemical Engineering at Northwestern University

Chemical engineers tackle problems ranging from the molecular level to the planetary scale (and beyond). The skillset you'll build as a chemical engineer will position you to be able to solve a wide variety of problems across numerous industries, such as renewable energy, biomanufacturing, clean water, plastics recycling, and human health.

Faculty: McCormick School of Engineering  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Students must complete 48 courses, including required courses in mathematics, engineering, and science; core chemical engineering major courses; and five technical electives that may be used to create an individualized area of specialization within the major. Comprised of two integrated course sequences, Engineering Analysis and Design Thinking and Communication (DTC) , our innovative first-year curriculum provides students with the fundamentals of a successful engineering education, and lets them experience real engineering early in their undergraduate careers.

Career pathways

Participate in hands-on research within and beyond the classroom, join a supportive community of students, and engage in career development programs. Our faculty boasts numerous National Science Foundation PYI/NYI/CAREER Award recipients, Packard Science and Engineering Fellows, and National Academy of Engineering members.

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