Undergraduate Opportunities

From the classroom to the research lab

Graduate Programs

PhD, MChE and BChE/MS Programs

Powered by Curiosity

We’re pioneering new technologies through our research.

GAZING AT GALAXIES

The launch of history’s largest and most powerful space observatory

TACKLING THE PLASTICS PROBLEM

Collaborative project aims to find sustainable ways to create, destroy plastics

What’s Trending

Launching research careers

Launching research careers

The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellows Program’s (GRFP) 2026 Class of Fellows includes 22 University of Delaware students and alumni — a record number of recipients for a single year.

Shaping the future of soft materials

Alexandra Bayles, assistant professor in the department of chemical and biomolecular engineering, has received an NSF CAREER award. She works with unique fluidic platforms, and applications that include bioprinting, sustainable formulations, and soft...

Doctoral student Stephanie 'Stevi' Matz is shown here working on fuel cell technology.

new Masters in Electrochemical Engineering degree program

The University of Delaware (UD) has launched the nation’s first Master’s in Electrochemical Engineering! The program will prepare the next generation of engineers to work and drive the growth of hydrogen, batteries, fuel cell, electrosynthesis, and many other industries—all core technologies for the clean energy transition. This interdisciplinary program is hosted by UD’s Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, in collaboration with the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering. It is offered in collaboration with the Center of Clean Hydrogen, where the students have access to state-of-the-art testing facilities at all scales up to 300 kW electrolyzers.

2026 Grad Welcome Picnic

AUG. 24, 2026 | White Clay Creek State Park | Carpenter Recreation Area

Join us on Monday, 8/24/26, starting at 4:30 PM for our annual grad picnic at the WCCSP to welcome our new fall first year students. This will be a great opportunity for everyone to relax, play games, and get to know each other while enjoying some delicious picnic food in the great outdoors.

This event is for the CBE community ONLY.

Fast Facts

#4 in USNWR Undergraduate Rankings
#7 USNWR Graduate Program Ranking
29 Faculty Members

Upcoming Events & Seminars

Quick Links

Upcoming CBE Thesis Defense(s)
There are currently no one defending at this time. Please check back again later. Thank you.

Start Your Journey

UndergraduatesGraduates