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Chemical Engineering

Master of Science in Chemical Engineering (M.S.Ch.E.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Engineering

Transformative research.
UToledo’s chemical engineering faculty and students conduct research at the intersection of material science, energy and sustainability.

Transformative research.
UToledo’s chemical engineering faculty and students conduct research at the intersection of material science, energy and sustainability.

Chemical Engineering Graduate Degree Overview

The College of Engineering is one of The University of Toledo's premier colleges. We attract bright, motivated students.  

Our chemical engineering faculty are second to none. They lead UToledo's efforts in alternative energy and materials research. They mentor graduate students and encourage collaboration on research. 

UToledo offers a research-based Ph.D. program and three master's degree options in chemical engineering:  

  • Thesis (research-based) 
  • Non-thesis (course work only or course work + project) 
  • Professional track in green chemistry and engineering, the first degree of its kind in the country 

The chemical engineering graduate programs balance theory and practice, course work and research, entrepreneurship and environmental sustainability. 

Learn more about the Chemical Engineering Department.

Chemical Engineering Graduate Degree Highlights

First-of-its-kind green chemistry and engineering master's degree. UToledo's unique professional science master's degree (P.S.M.) in green chemistry and engineering allows you to: 

  • Focus your graduate studies on green chemistry and green engineering 
  • Incorporate business principles and other professional skills into your degree program 

Cutting-edge graduate labs. UToledo's chemical engineering students have access to the state-of-the-art material characterization facilities in the: 

  • College of Engineering Center for Materials and Sensor Characterization 
  • Department of Chemistry Instrumentation Center 
  • Well-equipped faculty research laboratories 

Entrepreneurship. Our students have opportunities to work with business faculty and the UToledo technology transfer office to commercialize an invention or innovation. 

The polymer concentration. Pursue a concentration in polymer studies as a master's or Ph.D. student. Professors in UToledo’s Polymer Institute teach the courses. The institute conducts polymer and plastics research and development. 

Pay your way. Nearly 100% of our graduate students receive financial support through scholarships or teaching and research assistantships. 


Career Opportunities

More than 90% of UToledo chemical engineering graduates with advanced degrees have jobs upon graduation. 

Master's students have been accepted into doctoral programs at: 

  • Ohio State University 
  • Pennsylvania State University 
  • North Carolina State University 
  • University of Notre Dame 
  • The University of Toledo 

Our doctoral students most commonly accept full-time employment in industry, academia or government. They have been hired by: 

  • Kraft Foods Group, Inc. 
  • Samsung Group 
  • Intel 
  • National Energy Technology Laboratory 
  • Honeywell International, Inc. 
  • Chevron Corporation 
  • SuGanit Systems, Inc. 
  • Eaton Corporation 
  • Praxair, Inc. 
  • Hydration Technologies, LLC 
  • Koch Membrane Systems, Inc.
  • Coca-Cola Global 

Some are accepted into post-doctoral research associate positions at universities, including: 

  • National University of Singapore 
  • University of California 
  • University of Pittsburgh 
  • University of Iowa 
  • University of Massachusetts 
  • Michigan State University 
  • University of Tennessee 
  • New Jersey Institute of Technology 

Our Alumni

Dr. Felecia McInnis Nave (Ph.D. ’05) is provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at North Carolina Central University. 

Yu Shi (Ph.D. ’98) is senior director of global research and external technology acquisition at Coca-Cola Global in Atlanta. 


Chemical Engineering Graduate Degree Plan of Study

The graduate chemical engineering curriculum emphasizes the study of: 

  • Advanced thermodynamics 
  • Chemical reaction engineering 
  • Transport phenomena 

Graduate students choose electives from several areas, including: 

  • Advanced materials 
  • Renewable energy 
  • Green chemistry and engineering 

Chemical Engineering Graduate Program Sample Courses 

  • Advanced Chemical Reaction Engineering 
  • Transport Phenomena 
  • Biofuels 
  • Polymer Laboratory Methods 

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Research Opportunities

Chemical engineering graduate students learn from and collaborate with faculty members known worldwide for their cutting-edge research. 

Our faculty members are pioneering, global leaders in: 

  • The conversion of lignocellulosic biomass to renewable fuels and materials 
  • The growth and utilization of algae as a biomass source 
  • The development of polymeric materials for use in packaging (e.g., drink bottles), membrane separations (e.g., CO2 capture and water treatment) and structural applications 
  • The development of nanomaterials and nanosensors 

Our graduate chemical engineering faculty includes: 

  • 2 outstanding UToledo instructors 
  • 1 outstanding UToledo advisor 
  • 3 professional engineers 
  • 1 fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers 

UToledo chemical engineering Ph.D. candidates conduct research in a variety of areas, including: 

  • Converting plant biomass to fuels 
  • Polymers 
  • Membrane separations 

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Chemical Engineering Graduate Degree

M.S.Ch.E.: 2 to 2.5 years; Ph.D.: 4.5-5 years

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