The School of Chemical Engineering at Oklahoma State University is a long-established and highly regarded program (dating back to 1917) that combines strong fundamentals with practical, real-world training The school’s mission is to “develop human resources, professional knowledge, and the infrastructure” through which chemical engineering can contribute to human welfare. Students in the program — both undergraduate and graduate — gain a solid grounding in core engineering principles (math, chemistry, physics), then move on to chemical-engineering-specific subjects like mass and energy balances, transport phenomena, thermodynamics, reaction engineering and unit operations. The school offers a rigorous, well-rounded education that balances theory, practical training, and professional preparation — equipping graduates for work in fields such as energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and beyond.