Charlottesville,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Chemical engineering applies mathematical, chemical, and natural science principles like biology to create cost-effective methods for utilizing materials and energy to improve human life. Professionals in this field work on designing, manufacturing, and commercializing diverse products including fuels, medications, food items, polymers, metals, electronics, and fundamental chemicals. The field consistently offers strong career prospects, with chemical engineers typically earning among the highest salaries in engineering. About 25% of UVA's chemical engineering alumni pursue graduate studies in engineering, law, or medicine, leveraging the program's demanding technical curriculum.