Chemical Engineering Degree
Specialize in energetics, petroleum engineering or sustainability at our top ranked chemical engineering program.
Earn your degree online or on campus at the most affordable Chemical Engineering program in the region. Over 85% of UND chemical engineering graduates participate in hands-on learning through industrial internships, undergraduate research or design competitions.
- Program type:
- Major
- Format:
- On Campus or Online
- Est. time to complete:
- 4-5 years
- Credit hours:
- 130
Why earn a bachelor of Chemical Engineering?
On Campus or Online Chemical Engineering Degree
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Satisfy the eligibility requirement to sit for the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination. Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, passing the FE exam is required as the first step to pursue a license as a Professional Engineer in all 50 states.
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Learn in a smaller and interactive environment with class sizes of only 30-40 students.
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Get scholarships. The College of Engineering & Mines has scholarships for incoming freshmen, returning sophomores and new transfers in any engineering major.
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Be part of a team in a process design and evaluation project during your senior capstone course.
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Tailor the program to your individual interests such as environmental concerns, alternative energy, materials, bio-processes or other areas.
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Let our team of academic advisors help you plan your major. You'll also have access to personalized software to keep you on track to graduate in four years.
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What can you do with a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering?
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Chemical Engineering Degree Courses
Best Online Chemical Engineering Bachelor's Programs
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What can you expect from UND's Chemical Engineering degree online?
Over a third of UND's student population is exclusively online; plus, more take a
combination of online and on campus classes. You can feel reassured knowing you won't
be alone in your online learning journey and you'll have resources and services tailored
to your needs.
No matter how you customize your online experience, you’ll get the same top-quality
education as any other on campus student.
- Same degree: All online programs are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Your transcript and diploma are exactly the same as our on-campus students.
- Same classes: You’ll take courses from UND professors, start and end the semesters at the same time and take the same classes as a student on campus.
- Real interaction: You can ask questions, get feedback and regularly connect with your professors, peers and professionals in the field.
- Your own academic advisor: As an invaluable go-to, they’re focused on you, your personal success and your future career.
- Free online tutoring: We're here to help you one-on-one at no cost. Plus, get access to a variety of self-help online study resources.
- Unlimited academic coaching: Need support to achieve your academic goals or feeling stumped by a tough course? We'll help with everything from stress and time management to improving your memory to achieve higher test scores.
- Full online access: Dig into virtual research at UND's libraries. Improve your writing skills with online help from the UND Writing Center. Get online access to career services, veteran and military services, financial services and more.
- 24/7 technical support: UND provides free computer, email and other technical support for all online students.
- Networking opportunities: Our significant online student population means you’ll have a large pool of peers to connect with. UND has numerous online events and activities to keep you connected.
Best Online College
Our high alumni salaries and job placement rates, with affordable online tuition rates make UND a best-value university for online education. UND's breadth of online programs rivals all other nonprofit universities in the Upper Midwest making UND one of the best online schools in the region.
UND ranks among the best online colleges in the nation for:
- Affordability
- Student satisfaction (retention rate)
- Academic quality (4-year graduate rate)
- Student outcomes (20-year return on investment per Payscale.com)
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FAQs
Yes, you can obtain a Chemical Engineering degree online. The University of North Dakota’s online Chemical Engineering program is ABET-accredited and is designed to deliver a robust and comprehensive education similar to the on-campus experience. All courses required for the degree are available online except for the hands-on chemical engineering Labs, which are offered in condensed 2-week summer sessions on campus.
Our online bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering can be completed in four years. Students with relevant transfer credits or taking classes part-time may require more or less time.
Compare our online costs. You'll find we are one of the most affordable chemical engineering schools in the Midwest. Our online students pay the same affordable tuition rate regardless of their legal residency.
Most of our online students are admitted as transfer students, which requires a 2.0 cumulative GPA and being in good standing at the college(s) you previously attended. Those considering the degree should be highly motivated, good at math and science, and of course enjoy chemistry.
While a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering involves a thorough and detailed curriculum, the challenges it presents are manageable with focused effort and dedication. Students who engage actively in their studies, put in the effort and time, and seek support when needed usually find success and fulfillment in the program.
Common careers in chemical engineering include roles in process engineering, research and development, environmental engineering, renewable energy, and manufacturing. Graduates can work in various industries, including food and agriculture products, pharmaceuticals, energy and materials. Large corporate companies that hire a lot of chemical engineers include Dow Chemical, 3M, Cargill, Anheuser-Busch, Chevron, etc. Many UND chemical engineering alumni have gone on to work for these companies and others including:
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Boston Scientific Corporation
- Cargill
- Dakota Gasification Company
- Energizer Battery
- Intel
- Johnson & Johnson
- Marathon Oil
- NASA
- Schlumberger
- Target Corporation
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