Chemical and Biological Engineering MS at Northwestern University

Programme overview

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Northwestern University is pioneering transformational discoveries in synthetic biology, biotechnology, medicine, complex systems, energy, sustainability, and materials and using them to tackle the biggest problems facing the world today, including renewable energy, biomanufacturing, clean water, plastics recycling, and human health. Highly interdisciplinary, the department conducts research across traditional boundaries while

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

What you will study

Students without a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field may need to complete some additional prerequisite coursework. Required courses give students broad exposure to advanced topics in core chemical engineering concepts, while technical electives introduce students to the diversity of topics in current chemical and biological engineering practice, including biotechnology, nanoengineering, and sustainability.

Career pathways

The master’s degree program is specifically designed for those interested in entering or advancing their careers in related industries. Those interested in industry careers may wish to enter the coursework MS track.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students without a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field may need to complete some additional prerequisite coursework. In some cases, prerequisites can be earned after admission to the 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.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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