Rochester,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Chemical Engineering - Functional Interfaces in Rochester United States | University of Rochester
University of Rochester
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Rochester United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,724
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
The PhD in chemical engineering is a doctoral program focused on research, structured to give students a solid foundation in core chemical engineering concepts along with hands-on experience in original research. Candidates can explore diverse research areas including advanced materials, catalysis, batteries, biomedical systems, computational fluid dynamics, functional interfaces, optical materials, and AI-driven simulations within well-supported departmental research groups.
The Chemical Engineering Department provides both PhD and MS degree programs, fostering an environment where students engage in pioneering, interdisciplinary research and education. By joining one of our renowned research teams, students gain direct mentorship from faculty while working on innovative courses and high-impact research initiatives.
Our faculty emphasize cross-disciplinary collaboration, enabling students to work alongside experts in chemistry, optics, biomedical engineering, and materials science. The department and university provide cutting-edge research tools and computational resources to support transformative research.
Interfaces between materials are pivotal in processes like adhesion, friction, separation, light scattering, and molecular interactions. Mastering these interfacial properties could drive breakthroughs in sensing, catalysis, polymer science, filtration, nanomanufacturing, and molecular electronics. At the University of Rochester, chemical engineers pioneer molecular-level innovations at interfaces, particularly in thin-film coatings, nanofabrication, soft material processing, and molecular transport. Researchers benefit from extensive preparation and characterization facilities, as well as advanced computational resources provided by the department and university.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Application Package
A completed application must be accompanied by transcripts and letters of recommendation. A completed application may additionally require standardized test scores. Details of these requirements, including additional information for international students, are described in the following.
Transcripts
Applicants should send their official transcript(s) from each college or university they attended directly to the Department of Chemical Engineering. Electronic copies are accepted as part of the online application. Students are required to submit official transcript(s) upon matriculation to the program.
Letters of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation are required (one letter of recommendation for internal University of Rochester undergraduates applying to the 4+1 Option). Recommenders will be contacted by email and provided a link where they can upload their letter of recommendation.
Standardized Tests
Applicants are urged to take required tests early so that the results can be considered in conjunction with the candidate's academic records.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Submission of GRE scores is encouraged but not required.
An English language proficiency exam is required for all international applicants whose native language is not English. The Department of Chemical Engineering accepts the TOEFL and IELTS test. A minimum TOEFL score of 620 (paper-based test), 260 (computer-based test), or 95 (Internet test) is preferred for admittance. A minimum IELTS band score of 7.0 is preferred for admittance.
A completed application must be accompanied by transcripts and letters of recommendation. A completed application may additionally require standardized test scores. Details of these requirements, including additional information for international students, are described in the following.
Transcripts
Applicants should send their official transcript(s) from each college or university they attended directly to the Department of Chemical Engineering. Electronic copies are accepted as part of the online application. Students are required to submit official transcript(s) upon matriculation to the program.
Letters of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation are required (one letter of recommendation for internal University of Rochester undergraduates applying to the 4+1 Option). Recommenders will be contacted by email and provided a link where they can upload their letter of recommendation.
Standardized Tests
Applicants are urged to take required tests early so that the results can be considered in conjunction with the candidate's academic records.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Submission of GRE scores is encouraged but not required.
An English language proficiency exam is required for all international applicants whose native language is not English. The Department of Chemical Engineering accepts the TOEFL and IELTS test. A minimum TOEFL score of 620 (paper-based test), 260 (computer-based test), or 95 (Internet test) is preferred for admittance. A minimum IELTS band score of 7.0 is preferred for admittance.
Tuition
USD
32,724