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Integrate Engineering and Public Needs

The Chemical Engineering, B.S., at Miami University examines how to analyze, design, and synthesize products and processes in a variety of areas, such as chemical and petrochemical processes, pharmaceuticals, environmental processes, biotechnology/bioengineering, and pulp and paper processes. You’ll learn the skills to lead interdisciplinary teams and provide practical solutions, while also gaining a strong foundation in math, science, and liberal education to prepare for the complex technical, social, and economic challenges of the 21st century.

This degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

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Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.

2,800

Students Participate in Funded Research Alongside Faculty

Miami University Data

No. 4

National Public Undergraduate Engineering Program, No Doctorate (Excluding Military Institutions)

U.S. News & World Report, 2025

Chemical Engineering Curriculum and Courses

Students take foundational courses in chemistry, mathematics, physics, and engineering sciences; complete a technical concentration in Biochemical Engineering, General Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Paper Science with more advanced courses in those areas; and conclude their studies with a year-long capstone design experience. The technical courses are complemented by completing the Miami Plan for Liberal Education.

  • CPB 204 Mass and Energy Balances I
  • CPB 205 Mass and Energy Balances II
  • CPB 318 Transport Phenomena I
  • CPB 412 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
  • CPB 415 Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design
  • CPB 416 Biochemical Engineering
  • CPB 471 Engineering Design I
  • CPB 472 Engineering Design II
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Career Options with a Chemical Engineering Degree

Among the highest-paid engineers, chemical engineers are employed in such industries as biotechnology and biomedicine, electronics, food processing, environmental protection, paper, petroleum refining, and synthetic fibers.

As an undergraduate, Josh combined his interests in chemical engineering, biology, business, and music with extracurriculars like Glee Club and founding his own tutoring business. Those skills elevate his current role.

Josh Bornstein ’18

Valuation Associate, KPMG

Additional Opportunities


Students can study abroad, perform research, and join various student organizations.

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Study Abroad

Study abroad is a great way to improve your understanding of the global nature of today’s economy, politics, and cultures. You can take engineering courses during a study abroad tour with a CPB faculty.

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Undergraduate Research

As an undergraduate student you will have opportunities to conduct research in various areas, such as water purification, catalysis, paper making, material science, etc.

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Paper Science and Engineering Foundation

Unique minor in paper engineering provides scholarships, internships, and full-time employment.

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Explore what it means to be a college student at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.

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Jessica Sparks, Ph.D.
Chair and Professor
Engineering Building 64
650 E. High St., Oxford, OH 45056

513-529-0760
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