Chemical Engineering Program

In Bethel’s chemical engineering program, you’ll be able to earn a chemical engineering degree while forming a strong base in Bethel’s vibrant and Christ-centered community.

If you're passionate about engineering but wish to earn a major not offered at Bethel, you can make Bethel a part of your journey through our B.A./B.S. dual-degree engineering program. In this unique program, you'll start your education at Bethel University and earn an engineering degree in your desired major from another institution.

Why study chemical engineering?

Chemical engineers tackle challenges related to chemical reactions and processes in plants and manufacturing facilities. In addition to a strong foundation in chemistry, you’ll dive into coursework in thermodynamics, material properties, and material transport, equipping you with the tools needed for a successful career.

The Bethel advantage

By starting your journey at Bethel, you’ll benefit from:

• Personalized attention. Engage in one-on-one interactions with dedicated faculty who will get to know you personally and are dedicated to your success.
• Smaller class sizes. Enjoy a supportive learning environment where your individual needs are met.
• A liberal arts foundation. Enhance your marketability and skills with a well-rounded education that includes critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.
• Christian faith integration. You’ll merge your faith with your love of science and engineering. In Bethel’s Christ-centered academics, you’ll forge a deeper understanding of God’s character, nature, and being through the study of His creation.

• A vibrant community. We’re dedicated to one another’s success. You’ll learn alongside supportive classmates and your professors will model how to be excellent scientists and faithful Christians. It will all prepare you to lead with integrity in your professional life

Pathways to an engineering degree

As a chemical engineering student at Bethel, you have several pathways to achieve your goals:

• 3-2 dual-degree option. Complete foundational courses at Bethel in chemistry, physics, math, and general education, then transfer to an institution with a full chemical engineering program. Earn a Bethel degree (such as chemistry, physics, or engineering) and a chemical engineering degree from the partner institution.
• Traditional transfer. Spend your first two or three years at Bethel completing foundational courses and then transfer to complete your specialized coursework, earning only the chemical engineering degree from the new institution.
• Graduate from Bethel first. Some students choose to complete their undergraduate degree at Bethel—in majors like chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physics, or mathematics—before pursuing advanced degrees in chemical engineering or materials science elsewhere.