Welcome to UMD’s Chemical Engineering Department!

Engineering at UMD and the Department of Chemical Engineering rank high in the category of "Best undergraduate engineering programs" and "Specialties" by U.S. News & World Report: 4th nationwide for best Chemical Engineering programs (ranked 2nd for public universities!)

ChE Highlights

Dedicated, qualified faculty and staff
Student-centered, four year program (pdf); accredited by ABET.
Minors in environmental and biochemical engineering.
Mission and educational objectives to pursue knowledge and its application for the betterment of society.
Develops the student's technical, communication, and leadership skills.
Promotes chemical process safety and ethics.
Prepares graduates for professional engineering registration and licensure.