2 Year(s)
Program Duration
Masters
Degree Type
654 (2026)
Program rank
The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at the University of South Florida is a STEM-designated program designed to provide a core foundation in advanced chemical engineering fundamentals while allowing for significant elective flexibility.
STEM-designated program requiring 30 credit hours for completion, offered on-campus at Tampa location, typically takes 18 to 24 months for full-time students.
Core Requirements (6–12 credits) in advanced thermodynamics, transport phenomena, reacting systems, and process analysis/modeling. Thesis Option: 24 credit hours coursework plus 6 credit hours thesis research (ECH 6971). Non-Thesis Option: 30 credit hours coursework with 6 credits as electives. At least 18 credit hours must be at 6000 level.