University of Iowa

Course Details

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Course Description

The mission of the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering is to serve Iowa, the nation and the world by graduating talented and well-rounded chemical and biochemical engineers possessing the tools and capabilities to become technology and business leaders, and through excellence in research and scholarship that advances sustainable technologies. From its beginning, our program has achieved marks of national distinction: We were one of the first chemical engineering programs in the United States (1905) The sixth AIChE student chapter was begun here (1924) We were the sixteenth chemical engineering program to be accredited by ABET (1926) We were the first to grant a Ph.D. in chemical engineering to an African-American woman (1972) We established one of the first degree programs in chemical and biochemical engineering (1989) The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Student Chapter Undergraduate Program Educational Objectives and Outcomes Self-Study Document Undergraduate Handbook Four Year Curriculum Guides Elective Focus Areas

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

On average, 93-98 percent of Iowa engineering graduates are employed in their field of study or pursuing advanced education within seven months of graduation. Engineering is a well-respected profession that is used as a foundation for a variety of careers in industry, medicine, law, government, and consulting. Engineering majors hold eight of the top ten spots on the list of top-paid majors for bachelor's degree graduates, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). Engineering Professional Development (EPD) offers individual advising and class presentations on resume and cover letter preparation, job and internship search strategies, interviewing skills, and job offer evaluation.




Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering University of Iowa