Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Use scientific principles to produce, transform and transport chemicals, materials and energy
“Chemical engineering has a pre-med option that really stuck out to me – I knew it would prepare me for any future career I choose!”
Kaylee Goodwin
Chemical engineering major from Ocean Springs, MS
About this program
Chemical engineers bring together chemistry, mathematics, physics and engineering principles to discover solutions to real-world challenges in pharmaceuticals, food, personal care products, petrochemicals and in many other industries.
With a chemical engineering degree from Ole Miss, you will be ready to pursue careers in manufacturing, petrochemicals, oil and gas, biotechnology, the environmental field and more. Your degree can also pave the way to top graduate programs in medicine, business, law and advanced engineering fields.
Tailor your degree
You can choose the standard track, the pre-med track or one of our four emphases.
Pre-med – you’ll get practical problem-solving experience that will set you apart when applying for med school.
Biotechnology – you’ll learn about the study and use of biological processes to make advancements in fields as diverse as drugs, agriculture and food.
Environmental – you’ll get the foundation to work in environmental areas, such as waste and pollution reduction.
Manufacturing – you’ll learn the skills to improve processes and productivity in advanced manufacturing environments.
Materials – you’ll delve into the world of advanced materials – such as polymers and nanomaterials – that can handle extreme conditions.
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Program Information
Program Type
Major
Area of Study
Engineering
School
Duration
4 years
Degree
B.S.Ch.E. in Chemical Engineering
Program Location
Emphases
Biotechnology, Environmental, Manufacturing, Materials, Pre-med
Required Credit Hours
128
Beyond the classroom
Co-ops and internships
Work for a semester or the summer in a company or lab to see what chemical engineers do.
Research
Help our professors in their research efforts – spanning from energy to the environment, from human health to materials and manufacturing.
Student organizations
Find your place in one of our student organizations and learn more about your field in the American Institute of Chemical Engineers