PhD Chemical Engineering at University of South Carolina

Programme overview

Become an expert in math, science and engineering through our chemical engineering program. Prepare to solve problems and lead the transformation of our economy. As a doctoral student, you can be a prime candidate for an employment position for someone who can innovate in decarbonization, energy generation, carbon capture and utilization, sustainable energy and more.

Faculty: Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing | Department: Chemical Engineering | Study mode: full-time | Location: Columbia, SC, United States

What you will study

Our program incorporates a strong industrial focus in research and education, including an extensive industrial mentorship program, and offers opportunities to develop leadership and management skills through supervision of undergraduate researchers. USC also offers a number of certificate studies that can be completed within graduate studies.

Career pathways

Potential careers include Industrial Researcher, Managerial Engineer, Process Engineer, National Laboratories Specialist, University Faculty Member.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admissions (University of South Carolina Academic Bulletin): Requirements for admission to graduate degree programs in chemical engineering (M.E., M.S., Ph.D.) conform to the general regulations of The Graduate School, as well as more stringent departmental requirements as described below. In general, the admissions process is highly competitive. Admissions decisions are based on the quality of the applicant’s previous university-level academic work (as reflected by grade point average), letters of recommendation, and other evidence of past accomplishments. Students holding B.S. degrees may apply for direct admission to the doctoral program; it is not necessary to complete a master’s degree first. Applicants with degrees (B.S. or higher) in other engineering disciplines or chemistry may be admitted with additional remedial course requirements in chemical engineering at the undergraduate level. The required remedial courses will typically include...

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 are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer terms; Fall applications open the prior September, Spring applications open in January and Summer applications open in May.

The graduate application fee is $50 per primary application, reinstated effective August 1, 2026. Deadlines are programme-specific and listed per programme on the Degree Programs and Application Requirements pages.

Apply through the official page: https://www.sc.edu/admissions-at-sc/applications/index.php

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