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    Chemical Engineering

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    Princeton, USMSEIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $65,210.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    8
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Chemical Engineering at Princeton University is a 8-credit, 1-year, in-person MSE program based in Princeton, US. Tuition is $65,210 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Research-based master's degree requiring six graduate courses in chemical and biological engineering and culminating in an original research thesis.

    Focus: research
    QS: 25 | US News #5 Chemical Engineering

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min International students who have completed an undergraduate degree in a country where the native language is not English are required to take one of either the TOEFL or IELTS. For more details and questions about exceptions, visit the Graduate School's webpage
    IELTS
    required
    Min International students who have completed an undergraduate degree in a country where the native language is not English are required to take one of either the TOEFL or IELTS. For more details and questions about exceptions, visit the Graduate School's webpage

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $38,610.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Chemical Engineering at Princeton University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Chemical Engineering at Princeton University is $65,210 across 8 required credits.
    Is Chemical Engineering at Princeton University online or in-person?
    Chemical Engineering at Princeton University is offered in-person.
    How long does Chemical Engineering at Princeton University take to complete?
    Chemical Engineering at Princeton University is structured around 1 year and 8 credits.
    Is Chemical Engineering at Princeton University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Chemical Engineering at Princeton University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Chemical Engineering at Princeton University?
    Chemical Engineering at Princeton University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 6%.