MA/MS in Chemical Engineering

This master's degree in the chemical engineering graduate field is a thesis-oriented program based in Ithaca. Candidates are expected to deepen their grasp of basic and applied science and to develop independence and creativity; there is no foreign language requirement. Concentrations include biomolecular engineering, soft matter, molecular simulation, engineering education, nanomaterials and energy and sustainability. The degree includes master's thesis research credit, student progress reviews from the first year and a master's examination, with four semesters as the minimum time to completion. Prospective applicants should check with the graduate field office and the Cornell Graduate School about admission requirements, funding and application timelines, because this catalog entry concentrates on the academic content and milestones of the degree rather than on costs or deadlines.