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    Master of Science in Chemical Engineering

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    Salt Lake City, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $42,342.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    22%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    11
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Salt Lake City, US. Tuition is $42,342 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires 30 credit hours including 12 credits of core courses in engineering analysis, thermodynamics, transport phenomena, and reaction engineering, plus technical electives and optional project or thesis. Specialty areas include biomedical, energy, nanotechnology, environment, and computing.

    Focus: both
    US News Engineering #65 (tie)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE Test (Optional): The GRE is no longer required for MS admissions to the Department of Chemical Engineering. However, applicants are still encouraged to submit GRE scores if available. A quantitative score of 160 or higher is recommended.
    Q 160
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The University of Utah requires a minimum TOEFL score of 80 iBT (550 pBT)... The Department of Chemical Engineering looks favorably upon applicants with a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 96 (590 pBt; 7 IELTS).
    IELTS
    required
    Min a minimum IELTS band score of 6.5... The Department of Chemical Engineering looks favorably upon applicants with a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 96 (590 pBt; 7 IELTS).

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $29,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah is $42,342 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah take to complete?
    Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
    Is Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at University of Utah is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.