Prospective Students

Chemical and Biomedical Engineering Graduate Programs

Explore groundbreaking research, award-winning instruction, and mindful mentorship in the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wyoming. Our graduate programs offer a supportive, innovative environment where you'll work alongside our expert faculty on real-world challenges. Whether your interests lie in energy, biotechnology, materials science, or beyond we prepare our students for impactful careers in academia, industry, and research. Join a vibrant community dedicated to discovery and innovation nestled in the heart of the Mountain West.

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

We offer M.S. (thesis and non-thesis) and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering. M.S. program requirements can be found at this catalog link. Ph.D. program requirements can be found at this catalog link.

The application deadline is February 1 for fall admission. Applicants are required to have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field (with a 3.0 GPA minimum), and to submit their transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and proof of english proficiency for international students (TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5). Learn more about applying here:

Application Info

As of recent policy updates, the GRE is not required for admission, although it may be considered if submitted.

Our department's research strengths include biomedical engineering & biotechnology, energy & environmental systems, and advanced materials & computational engineering. Learn more at our research page:

Department Research

Yes, most admitted M.S. and Ph.D. students receive funding through teaching or research assistantships, which typically cover tuition and provide a stipend. More information on funding can be found here:

Funding

Prospective students are encouraged to review the research page and faculty profiles on the department website, and inquire at che-info@uwyo.edu.

Our department houses state-of-the-art labs for biomaterials, advanced chemical analysis, fluid mechanics, and nanotechnology. Students also have access to university-wide core research facilities.

Collaboration is strongly encouraged. Many of our students work with faculty in biology, chemistry, physics, other engineering departments, and the School of Energy Resources.

UW offers career services including resume workshops, job fairs, and one-on-one advising. Faculty mentorship and industry connections also support strong job placement in academia, national labs, and industry.