Fundamentals
Chemical engineering requires a broad knowledge of science to solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals in the food production, cosmetics, or energy sectors.
The core chemical engineering curriculum at The University of Akron includes mathematics, science and chemical engineering fundamentals. Students focus on the practical aspects of engineering, including:
how to design and cost manufacturing plants
analyze and interpret experimental and production data
how chemical processing affects people and the environment
Students graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering with the option to minor in polymer science and engineering.
Career Opportunities
A degree in chemical engineering paves the way to careers in such areas as:
chemical manufacturing
manufacturing of electronics, photographic equipment, clothing, pulp, and paper
health care
biotechnology
business services industry
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
Expected January 2026
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Auburn Science and Engineering Center,
302 Buchtel Common,
Akron,
Ohio,
44325, United States
New Freshman
You are a high school student or have completed high school or equivalent and have never enrolled in a college/university. SAT or ACT is not required for standard admission or admission scholarship consideration for all types of applicants. An official SAT or ACT score is required to be considered for direct admission into your intended major.
All undergraduate international applicants must provide proof of English proficiency by meeting the minimum score from one of the following acceptable tests. This requirement can be waived if you meet certain criteria.
Minimum requirements for English proficiency:
TOEFL iBT: 71
IELTS: 6.0
SAT (Evidence-based reading & writing) test taken after March, 2016: 500
ACT English: 18
Duolingo English Test (DET): 95
CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced): 169
PTE: 48
GTEC CBT/GTEC: 1126/1135
Application deadlines: Fall: May 1; Spring: October 1 and Summer I, II, III: March 1
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Students at UA will gain an excellent quality of education thanks to a passionate faculty, contemporary facilities and a blend of learning styles.