Course
Chemical Engineering
Offered by Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
QS Chemical Engineering
QS Chemical Engineering Rank: Top 70 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: parent institution ranking
The University of Delaware's Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering is a well-regarded public university programme known for strong catalysis research, given Delaware's historic ties to the chemical industry (DuPont).
Key advantages
- Strong catalysis research
- Historic ties to the chemical industry (DuPont)
- Affordable East Coast cost of living
- Good public university value
- Close to major East Coast chemical corridor
- Classic American college town
- Programme & duration
- MS: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
- Tuition (international)
- Approx. USD $32,000 – $42,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
- Intakes
- Fall (August)
- English requirement
- TOEFL iBT: 80IELTS: 6.5PTE: 55
- Entry requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional at many programmes.
Employability & placement
Good graduate employment outcomes into catalysis, materials, and general chemical engineering roles along the East Coast chemical corridor.
Student experience
Newark offers an affordable, classic American college town experience close to major East Coast cities.
Research strengths
Research in catalysis, materials engineering, and process systems.