Overview

About the program

This degree at the University of Pennsylvania is a virtual requirement for those planning to teach chemical and biomolecular engineering, as well as for those planning for a career in research or industry.

At Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, students are given the opportunity to work in a collaborative culture that includes multiple generations of leaders in academia, government, and industry. Doctoral candidates are expected to show superior capability for independent work and study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering Mathematics
Numerical Methods and Modeling
Advanced Molecular Thermodynamics
Advanced Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design
Transport Processes

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

10 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Molecular Sciences View 142 other PhDs in Molecular Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic prerequisite requirements for the degree are an undergraduate degree in an engineering subject or an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution with a physical science, natural science, or math major.

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Transcripts & Academic History
Essays
Standardized Test Scores
Application Fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

44792 USD / year

≈ 44792 USD / year
Out-of-State

44792 USD / year

≈ 44792 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

44792 USD / year

≈ 44792 USD / year

Additional Details

Most of our PhD programs are fully funded, meaning the program will pay for your tuition and fees, as well as provide you with a minimum stipend of $39,425.

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Philadelphia

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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