Ph.D. coursework requires a solid background in Transport (heat, mass, and momentum/fluids), kinetics (reactor design and reaction engineering), thermodynamics, and mathematics (ordinary and partial differential equations).
FAQ Category: Ph.D. Application and Admission FAQ
If my undergraduate degree is not in chemical engineering, am I qualified for the PhD program?
We will give strong consideration to applicants from ChE and Petroleum Eng, as well as excellent students holding degrees in Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, General Engineering, or closely related fields.
Why does my application state that the Official/Unofficial Transcript is “Awaiting”?
The admissions office receives many applications for the university and reviews them before listing the transcript as received. Applicants should see that their transcript is “Under Review”. This indicates that the transcript has been received and that the department can… Read More
What housing options are available for graduate students? Can graduate students live on campus?
There are a lot of different housing options near campus. Some of our students do live on campus, but most graduate students live close to campus in housing not maintained by the university. Our current graduate students usually provide information… Read More
What are the English Language Proficiency demonstration options for international students?
UF accepts electronic scores only from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score report. These scores are valid for two years. Minimum requirements for these scores as dictated by the Graduate School… Read More
The Graduate Application portal suggests that the resume or CV should be only 2 pages. Are longer CVs or resumes accepted?
Yes. This is just a graduate school recommendation. The portal will accept documents with longer lengths.
The Graduate Application portal suggests that the statement of purpose should be only 400-500 words. Is a longer statement of purpose accepted?
Yes, this is just a guideline from the graduate school not from the department. The application portal will accept documents with longer lengths. Please write a statement of purpose that allows you to really showcase who you are and why… Read More
I have both a bachelor and a master’s degree. Does UF require official transcripts for both degrees?
Yes, the University of Florida’s Office of Admission will need official transcripts from both degrees. Official transcripts must be sent to the Office of Admissions prior to registering in the Fall. Unofficial transcripts are suitable for application review.
What is the department’s policy on financial support for Ph.D. students?
All Ph.D. students that maintain good academic standing and make satisfactory progress toward their degree are guaranteed competitive stipends, tuition waivers, and medical insurance for 5 years within the program, though funding and support for additional time is often provided… Read More
What are the Ph.D. program requirements?
The Ph.D. degree plan is primarily a research program. Students with a B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field, are encouraged to apply for this program. Graduate students enrolled in the Ph.D. program will have the opportunity… Read More
