PenChemical EngineeringPennsylvania State University

Program Info

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake.

Historical admission data is not published.

Statement of purpose

CV or resume

Optional

Optional but commonly included with the statement of purpose materials.

Recommendation letters x 3

Include a research supervisor as a recommender when applicable.

Official transcript(s)

Through the Fox Graduate School online application.

Official sources are the final authority

Academic: Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0/4.0; Graduate of an accredited chemical engineering program preferred; other accredited engineering, mathematics, or physical science majors may be admitted with possible make-up of undergraduate deficiencies. GPA 3.00/4.00 or above considered.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Chemical engineering background preferred; non-ChE STEM admits may need to demonstrate graduate-level competency in thermodynamics, reaction/reactor kinetics, and transport.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.5 each section); Minimum 6.5 required for all sections of the IELTS exam.
TOEFL: 80 overall (Speaking 19); Required for international applicants from non-English-speaking countries unless exempted by a U.S. degree.
GRE: Optional; GRE scores are not required; optional scores may be included if available.