Advance Your Career with a ChE Master's

PROFESSIONAL MASTER'S PROGRAM

Purdue University's Chemical Engineering Professional Master's Program (PMP) prepares students from chemical engineering and non-chemical engineering backgrounds alike for industry leadership. The program blends rigorous technical coursework with practical business training — combining core engineering skills with in-demand capabilities like leadership, project management, finance and communication.

Coursework is tailored to each student's background and career goals. Students without a chemical engineering degree complete prerequisite coursework first, while those with more advanced backgrounds can begin in higher-level classes — creating a personalized path to a career-ready blend of technical and business skills.

How to Apply

  • 3.0 Minimum GPA
  • Oct 1 Spring Application Deadline
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation Required
  • Resume Required for application
  • Statement of Purpose + Personal History Statement


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Program Highlights

Flexible Timeline

Complete the program in as little as 12 months full-time, or take 3–4 years part-time through the Working Professional Track while continuing to work full-time.

Two Paths, One Program

Whether you have a chemical engineering degree or come from another STEM background, you can apply — gaining expertise that bridges your field with chemical engineering.

Real-World Problem Solving and Innovation

Work on a 6-credit hour capstone project with industry leaders like AbbVie, Merck, Dow and Shell.

Professional Development and Mentorship

Students receive one-on-one counseling with a faculty or industry-experienced mentor, as well as career development opportunities to prepare for success at Purdue and beyond.

Career Catalyzation

Most graduates enter careers in diverse fields, often on advanced leadership tracks, while some students pursue further education, such as a PhD or MBA.

Seven Concentrations

Students can choose one of the seven key areas of chemical engineering that best aligns with their interests and career goals to focus their curriculum.

Tuition

Tuition cost per credit hour by residency status (1–7 credits)
  Cost Per Credit Hour
Indiana Residents $414
Non-Resident $1,014
International $1,014
Full-time tuition (8+ credits) per semester and academic year by residency status
  Per Semester Academic Year
Indiana Residents $5,813 $11,626
Non-Resident $15,214 $30,428
International $15,214 $30,428

International students are assigned an additional $500 flat fee each semester.

 

The cost of attending Purdue varies depending on enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses, and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows tuition and estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student's estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.


Engineer the Business Side of Innovation

Purdue's MSChE–MBA dual degree pairs a top-ranked chemical engineering curriculum with essential business training — preparing graduates for advanced leadership roles in two years, not the four it typically takes to earn both degrees separately.
LEARN ABOUT THE MSChE–MBA PATH

Working Professional Track: Part-Time Master's in Chemical Engineering

Keep working full-time while earning your MS in Chemical Engineering. Purdue's flexible, part-time track lets working professionals complete their degree in 3–4 years, on a schedule built around your career.
LEARN ABOUT THE WORKING PROFESSIONAL TRACK