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PhD Chemical and Molecular Engineering at Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Chemical and Molecular Engineering is a research-intensive doctorate requiring at least 60 graduate credits, a preliminary examination in the fifth semester, advancement to candidacy and a dissertation defense. Full-time students serve as teaching assistants for five semesters.

Faculty: College of Engineering and Applied Sciences  |  Department: Materials Science and Chemical Engineering  |  Duration: Minimum 60 graduate credits; time limit 7 years after 24 graduate credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

Four core courses (Fluid Mechanics, Mathematical Analysis and Modeling, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Chemical Reaction Engineering) and four electives (24 course credits), teaching and technical writing courses, at least 16 credits of research, then 18 credits of dissertation research after candidacy.

Career pathways

Careers in academia, national laboratories and industry research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in chemical and molecular engineering or a closely related field; GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 in all mathematics, engineering and science courses; three recommendation letters; TOEFL 90 or IELTS 6.5 for international applicants; GRE General Test optional; acceptance by the Department and the Graduate School.

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 School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

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