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    Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE)

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    Pittsburgh, USMChEIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $60,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    96
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University is a 96-credit, 1-year, in-person MChE program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $60,300 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    One-year coursework-based program emphasizing computational expertise in chemical engineering, including numerical methods, process simulation, and optimization. Optional research available as elective credit.

    Focus: coursework
    US News Graduate Chemical Engineering: 17

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Sep 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 84 overall (Reading 22, Listening 22, Speaking 18, Writing 22)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall (Reading 6.5, Listening 6.5, Speaking 6, Writing 6)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $93,604.00
    Avg starting salary
    $32,590.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University is $60,300 across 96 required credits.
    Is Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 1 year and 96 credits.
    Is Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Chemical Engineering (MChE) at Carnegie Mellon University: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)