Chemical Engineering + Data Science

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What is Chemical Engineering + Data Science?

This major combines a strong foundation in chemical engineering with modern data science skills. You’ll learn how to collect, model, and analyze complex data to solve problems in chemical and biological systems.

As the field becomes increasingly data-driven, you’ll be prepared to use tools like statistics, machine learning, and data visualization to make informed, ethical decisions in research and industry.

Graduates are well-equipped for careers or graduate study at the intersection of chemical engineering and data.

Career Options

Process engineer
Data analyst
Pharmaceutical or biotech analyst
Energy systems engineer
Consumer products engineer
Machine learning engineer
Environmental data scientist
R&D engineer

Post-Graduation Success¹

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Program Resources

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Strong math and science coursework and performance
Calculus preferred (if available at high school)
4 years of science
Interest in Chemical Engineering in addition to Data Science

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

4.1 years to degree

97% returned for second year

63% graduated within 4 years

89% graduated within 6 years

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $18,626
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $43,366

Non-Resident

Tuition: $41,302
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $66,382

International

Tuition: $43,950
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $69,030

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Chemical Engineering - LAS

Chemistry - LAS

Information Sciences + Data Science - SIS

Statistics - LAS

¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.