Chemical Engineering Scientist to Engineer (S2E) FAQ
The Chemical Engineering Bridge Program, also known as the Scientist to Engineer (S2E) program, is designed to equip highly qualified students without an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering for success in the Master of Science in Chemical Engineering program. The S2E program provides a structured pathway for students who may lack some of the undergraduate chemical engineering experience to gain that foundational knowledge for success in the Master of Science curriculum.
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How do I apply to the S2E program?
Interested students should apply using the On-Campus MS and PhD Programs application.
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For whom has the Chemical Engineering Scientist to Engineer (S2E) been designed? What sort of background is appropriate?
The Scientist to Engineer (S2E) part of the Master's in Chemical Engineering Program is specially designed for new MS students without a BS in Chemical Engineering. A strong background in a related field of science, like chemistry, biology, or physics is preferred. The S2E program is limited to the terminal MS degree, and is not required for students applying for the doctoral programs in chemical engineering.
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What is the curriculum of the S2E program in Chemical Engineering?
A student who is admitted to the Chemical Engineering MS program without an undergraduate degree that is equivalent to an ABET accredited chemical engineering baccalaureate degree is given Scientist to Engineer (S2E) status. These students must complete CHEN E4001, Essentials of Chemical Engineering A, and CHEN E4002, Essentials of Chemical Engineering B, in their first semester (fall).
These courses cover essentials from the undergraduate chemical engineering curriculum in an intensive, accelerated way in 6 credits. These 6 points of credit must be taken and passed in addition to the 30 points of graduate credit required for the MS itself, so students will need a total of 36 credits to graduate. Typically, students in the S2E program finish the MS requirements in 3 semesters. Given that the Essentials are currently only offered in the Fall, S2E students can only be admitted to start in the Fall term.
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Is the S2E program a full-time or part-time program?
The S2E program is available to full-time and part-time students within the Masters of Science in Chemical Engineering program. S2E students must complete CHEN E4001, Essentials of Chemical Engineering A (3 credits), and CHEN E4002, Essentials of Chemical Engineering B (3 credits), in their first semester (fall). These 6 points of credit must be taken and passed in addition to the 30 points of graduate credit required for the MS itself, requiring a total of 36 credits to graduate. Typically, students in the S2E program finish the MS requirements in 3 semesters.
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How long is the S2E program?
Typically, students in the S2E program finish the MS requirements in 3 semesters.
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When is the S2E Program application deadline?
The priority deadline for complete applications is January 15th, with the normal deadline at February 15th. In order to be considered complete for review, your application should be submitted, and all materials should be received (including letters of reference).