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    Chemical Engineering

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    St. Louis, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $133,700.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    20%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    14
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in St. Louis, US. Tuition is $133,700 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers energy systems, environmental engineering, and chemical engineering through core courses in thermodynamics, aerosol science, aquatic chemistry, reaction engineering, and bioprocess engineering, with electives and optional research project or thesis. It is offered through three pathways: coursework only, coursework plus independent study research report, or coursework plus thesis.

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    US News Chemical Engineering (graduate)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Full-Time Master's programs: GRE optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: 90
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic: 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months OPT (US)

    $17,520.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis is $133,700 across 30 required credits.
    Is Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis online or in-person?
    Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis is offered in-person.
    How long does Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis take to complete?
    Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis?
    Per the program's published guidance: B-plus (3.25 out of 4.0)
    Is Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St Louis is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.