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.
