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Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC)

United States of America, Catonsville

University Rank:#801

Tuition Fee

USD 1,132 / Year

Apply DateJanuary 1, 2027

Next IntakeAugust 31, 2026

Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

About

Overview Program OverviewThe Ph.D. Chemical and Biochemical Engineering degree at University of Maryland Baltimore County is substantially heavier in research compared with the M.S. degree and is geared towards successfully mastering a body of skills and knowledge in preparation for a career as an independent scholar. This degree is recommended for those who expect to engage in a professional career in research, teaching, or technical work of an advanced nature.

The Ph.D. Chemical and Biochemical Engineering degree at University of Maryland Baltimore County is awarded only upon sufficient evidence of high attainment in scholarship and the ability to engage in independent research in the field of chemical engineering.

Disciplines

General Engineering & TechnologyChemical EngineeringBiochemistry

Requirements

Other Requirements

1Completion of a minimum of 21 coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, including core curriculumMinimum of 18 credit-hours of doctoral dissertation research (ENCH 899)3 credits of Pre-Candidacy Doctoral Research (ENCH 898) and passing a qualifying examSuccessful preparation and defense of a dissertation proposalPublic defense of the doctoral dissertation

Fee Information

Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC)

United States of America, Catonsville