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    Chemical Engineering

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    Baltimore, USMSEIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $133,340.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MSE program based in Baltimore, US. Tuition is $133,340 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program offers coursework-only and research-intensive essay-based options focusing on chemical and biomolecular engineering, with applications in areas such as biotechnology, nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and energy.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min A TOEFL score of 100 is required for international applicants from non-English speaking countries.
    IELTS
    required
    Min A minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for applicants whose native language is not English.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $20,257.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is $133,340 across 30 required credits.
    Is Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is offered in-person.
    How long does Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (B or above) in the latter half of undergraduate studies
    Is Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Chemical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.