Applying to Graduate School
In the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, you will have the chance to join a world-class, innovative research program in an area that is shaping our world.
Why NC State?
- 1st best place to live for young professionals (Raleigh, 2025)
- 4th Chemical Engineering Department in the U.S. based on Research & Development Expenditures (National Science Foundation, FY2023)
- 10th best Chemical Engineering Department in the United States for World-Class Output (Shanghai Rankings, 2024)
- 140+ Fully Funded Ph.D. Students
Have questions about the graduate program? Contact Sandra Bailey (Student Services Specialist) or Dr. Milad Abolhasani (Director of the Graduate Program).
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Application Fee Waiver
For domestic applicants with a GPA > 3.4, apply by the January 15th deadline for an application fee waiver. The availability of waivers is dependent on funding and is not guaranteed.
No GRE Scores Required
Scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test are not required to apply to our graduate program.
Support for Students & Research
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.
All of our graduate students can expect to be immersed in a culture that values and invests in research. NC State ranks fourth nationally in research spending on chemical engineering.
