Program Overview
From developing lifesaving medications to creating cleaner energy solutions, chemical engineers play a vital role across industries. The bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering at Youngstown State University gives you the tools to excel in this critical field. As a Chemical Engineering major, you’ll learn to transform raw materials into essential products that improve everyday life and advance innovation.
Our chemical engineering four-year plan combines study in chemistry, physics, mathematics, and general engineering, preparing you for diverse opportunities in areas such as environmental sustainability, biotechnology, and materials science. Our Bachelor of Engineering degree equips you to design, operate, and manage processes in chemical, biomedical, nuclear, pharmaceutical, and energy-conversion industries.
With hands-on learning and a focus on real-world applications, our chemical engineering program sets the foundation for a rewarding career or advanced study. Join a community committed to advancing global progress and make your mark on the world with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.
Speak to a Faculty Member
Dr. Holly Martin
Associate Professor, BE in Chemical Engineering
hjmartin02@ysu.edu
Program Options
SU’s chemical engineering program combines rigorous academics, hands-on learning, and expert instruction to equip you with sought-after skills for a thriving career. Our chemical engineering program emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and the integration of theory with practice, preparing you to make meaningful contributions across a range of industries.
As a YSU Chemical Engineering major, you’ll benefit from:
Youngstown State University’s chemical engineering degree opens doors to a wide range of diverse careers in the chemical, biomedical, nuclear, pharmaceutical, and energy-conversion industries. Our chemical engineering program also provides a strong foundation for graduate study, leading to research roles in industry, government, or academia.
Whether your passion lies in developing new materials, advancing biotechnology, or improving energy efficiency, the bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from YSU provides the practical experience and technical foundation to excel in this fast-growing and impactful field.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 10% job growth for chemical engineers over the next decade, far outpacing the average for all occupations. This means more opportunities for chemical engineering degree graduates, who are highly sought after by industries focused on innovation, sustainability, and improving quality of life.
YSU’s chemical engineering four-year plan of study covers a broad range of foundational and advanced subjects. As a Chemical Engineering major, you’ll explore topics such as chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, process design, transport phenomena, and more. With the in-depth expertise our Bachelor of Engineering degree provides, you’ll be well-positioned to pursue a new career or advanced study in chemical engineering.
Take the next step toward a rewarding career in chemical engineering with YSU’s Bachelor of Engineering program. Apply today and start shaping the future of technology and industry.
The STEM community has a variety of student professional organizations that allow you to grow and foster your learning in an environment with those who share the same interests.
Student professional organizations provide opportunities for you to meet experienced professionals, collaborate with students at other universities, or form relationships with colleagues outside the classroom. They provide social, academic, entrepreneurial, and professional networking opportunities.
YSU awards thousands of dollars in scholarships to students enrolled in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics each year. Scholarships come from a variety of sources, vary in amount, and are available to both incoming and current Chemical Engineering majors.
Nearly 11,000 students
Over $8 Million in Scholarships Given Annually
21 Average Class Size
5 University Residence Halls with plenty of nearby apartments
14:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Tuition and fees may vary by major, college, area of study or based on your location. The university reserves the right to assess fees for special services and programs applicable to students. First-time International undergraduate students’ tuition rate is established based on first enrollment and remains unchanged for four consecutive years. Graduate students should plan for a yearly tuition increase of approximately 5%.
For a complete list of additional fees and detailed tuition information please visit the University Bursar website here.
Cost of the most popular room and meal plan combination; Your cost will depend on the plans you select. Costs in the box cover the most popular room and meal plan combination (on-campus); If you choose to live off-campus, the estimated cost of room and meals will be around $12,000 based on 12 months.
Based on average books & supply costs
Health insurance is required for international students.
Estimate based on one academic year of study
9 Months – based on 12 – 18 credit hours
*Estimate
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Applicants must have graduated from high school or have successfully completed the General Education Development (GED) test to be considered for admission. Freshman applicants applying for admission to Youngstown State University must submit a high school transcript or GED transcript. Submission of American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) scores is optional. Please note: some majors require test scores to be admitted into the program.
Applicants must have a cumulative weighted high school grade point average of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher, a core unweighted grade point average* of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher and have an ACT composite score of 17 or higher or a SAT composite score of 920 or higher (evidence-based writing and reading and math) to be admitted unconditionally. (*Core gpa is calculated based on grades earned in the following courses – English, mathematics, science, social science and foreign language, if applicable, from 9th through 12th grade).
Fall Application Deadline is
August 1
