Chemical Engineering
In Loving Memory of Professor Emeritus, Andreas "Andy" Acrivos (1928 - 2025)
Undergraduate Program
The mission of the undergraduate program in Chemical Engineering is to develop students’ understanding of the core scientific, mathematical, and engineering principles that form the foundation underlying these processes.
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HCP MS Program
Our Master of Science (MS), available completely online, is a terminal degree program for those who want to gain advanced knowledge in a focused area of chemical engineering to pursue a career in industry or a professional degree.
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PhD Program
The Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering is awarded after the completion of a minimum of 135 units of graduate work, satisfactory completion of any additional university and departmental requirements.
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The Student Experience | Stories & Voices
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Ryan Kashanchi
"Growing up, my dad used to entertain me with made-up caricatures of the elements on the periodic table. “Hydrogen is very popular—you’ll find her everywhere; fluorine is very selfish—he’ll steal your electrons ...”
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Ashton Aleman
"As a researcher, I also strive to provide mentorship to the next generation of scientists, as I believe that good mentorship is crucial in fostering a sense of belonging (and continuation) within an academic program …"
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Eric Shaqfeh
"My mentors at Princeton suggested that I might be “professor material,” and if I wanted to be a professor in chemical engineering—particularly with an emphasis on applied mathematics and mechanics... "
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Why Stanford ChemE?
Stanford Chemical Engineering works on technologies to develop chemical transformations and processes, creating useful products and materials that improve society. We are tackling the major challenges of the 21st century.
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Chemical engineering addresses a broad range of technologies to develop chemical transformations and processes, creating useful products, and materials that improve society.
Our Research & Impact
Stanford Chemical Engineering focuses on a multidisciplinary approach that draws upon Stanford’s world-leading expertise to create an impact on 21st-century challenges.