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    Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng)

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    Waterloo, CAMEngIn-person2 years
    CA$79,970.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    CA$150.00
    App fee

    Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo is a 2-year, in-person MEng program based in Waterloo, CA. Tuition is CA$79,970.

    About the program

    Coursework-based program providing deeper understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals and specialties, with optional specializations in Biological Engineering, Polymer Science and Engineering, Process Systems Engineering, or Entrepreneurship, combined with paid co-op work placements.

    Focus: coursework
    87th (US News) | 1st (ARWU)
    Part-time option

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    Post-study work rights

    Up to 3 years (PGWP)

    CA$25,852.00
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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 Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo is CA$79,970.
    Is Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo online or in-person?
    Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo is offered in-person.
    How long does Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo take to complete?
    Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo is structured around 2 years.
    What GPA is required for Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo?
    Per the program's published guidance: A 75% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent, in a four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent.
    What work-permit options follow Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo?
    Post-completion work rights for Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Waterloo: Up to 3 years (PGWP)