Graduate
Why NC State?
- #1 Best City To Live in for Young Professionals (Raleigh, 2025)
- #4 Chemical Engineering Department in the U.S. based on Research & Development Expenditures (National Science Foundation, FY2024)
- #10 Chemical Engineering Department in the United States for World-Class Output (Shanghai Rankings, 2025)
- 150+ Fully Funded Ph.D. Students
Have questions about the graduate program? Email Sandra Bailey (Student Services Specialist) or email Prof. Adriana San Miguel (Director of the Graduate Program).
Application Timeline
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December 15
Application deadline
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Early January
Virtual interviews
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End of January
Admission decisions released
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Early March
Graduate recruiting weekend
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April 15
Decision deadline
Details
- Application fee waiver
- For domestic applicants to our Ph.D. program with a GPA > 3.7, apply by December 1st for consideration for an application fee waiver. The availability of waivers is dependent on funding and is not guaranteed.
- No GRE scores are required
- Virtual interview required
Scholarships and Financial Aid
An NC State education is an investment in your future. Explore the Student Services Center website to learn about financial aid opportunities and responsibilities that will help you make the most of that investment.
We provide financial assistance to all non-self supported doctoral students. Our Ph.D. students receive competitive stipend, plus tuition and health insurance. We accept students into the Master of Science program with their own financial support.
