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Engineering a low-cost alternative catalyst for producing sustainable petrochemicals
Newly identified methods to harness the properties of tungsten carbide could yield viable substitutes for precious metals like platinum.
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Undergraduate Students
The department offers an ABET-accredited BS in chemical engineering with opportunities for students to engage in paid internships, study abroad, and paid research.
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Our MS and PhD chemical engineering programs benefit from close interactions with our faculty through carefully designed courses and cutting-edge research projects.
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Our world-class researchers bring knowledge, expertise, and passion to solving problems with real-world applications.
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Chemical Engineering is Everywhere
University of Rochester faculty empower future chemical engineers for success in both academia and industry.
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The URochester chemical engineering community solves real problems starting from the very first semester. Small classes, guaranteed research experiences, and URochester’s flexible curriculum equip you to tackle any future path in industry or graduate school.
7:1Student to faculty ratio
Fourteen professors. Ninety-seven undergraduates. That’s not a typo, it’s our commitment to experiential learning and real engagement with leading experts.
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One hundred percent of 2025 BS graduates who reported their future plans are either employed or entering graduate programs.
$121,860Median wage for chemical engineers
The median annual wage for chemical engineers was $121,860 in May 2024, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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