Chemical Engineering Degree - The University of Tulsa

Russell School of Chemical Engineering

The Russell School of Chemical Engineering at TU equips engineering undergraduate students with the skills to solve industrial problems through progressive coursework, rigorous design projects and optional research. Graduate students are guided through advanced coursework and research projects to a more theoretical understanding of the field. Our faculty educates individuals to use chemistry, physics, mathematics and engineering for the advancement of and solutions to social problems through technological innovation.

TU’s chemical engineering degree program is historically tied to the energy industry but because students are educated broadly in their approach to design problems, graduates establish careers in many different areas. Students are also well prepared for graduate studies in chemical engineering or in professional programs such as medicine, law or business.

As chemical engineering majors, students are encouraged to become members of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). Learn more about TU’s AIChE chapter.

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  • Student Awards
    • Fundamentals of Engineering Exam Pass Rate: 81% Fall 2019, 100% Spring 2019, 100% Fall 2018
    • University of Tulsa Jess Chouteau Outstanding Senior: 2017, 2016
    • University of Tulsa Homecoming King: 2018
    • AIChE, Mid-America Regional Chemical-powered car competition: 1st Place 2013, Most Creative Drive Train 2013, 1st Place 2012, 2nd Place 2010
    • AIChE, National chemical-powered car competition: 1st Place Distance 2013 and 2004
    • First World Champions, Chemical-powered car competition, International Institute of Chemical Engineers: 2005
    • AIChE, Othmer Scholarship Award, Top 15 nationwide chemical engineering students: 2018, 2013, 2011
    • AICHE, ScaleUp Essay Contest: 2017
    • Goldwater Scholarship: 2 in 2013, 2012
    • NSF Graduate Fellowship: 2016, 2 in 2015, 2014, 2011, 2010
    • Tau Beta Pi Fellow, one of 25 nationwide: 2013
    • CH2M HILL Engineers Without Borders – USA Scholarship, Top 10 nationwide EWB-USA students: 2013
    • Recent Undergraduate Student Publications: 1 in 2019, 4 in 2014, 1 in 2013
  • Our Faculty

    The Russell School of Chemical Engineering is currently composed of seven faculty members. These professors specialize in a diverse range of research areas, which includes delayed coking and renewable fuels.

    • 2 Fellows, American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)
    • American Chemical Society journal, Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, Class of Influential Researchers (one of 36 internationally): 2021
    • University of Tulsa Tau Beta Pi Teaching Award: 2022, 2019, 2013, 2010, 1994, 1986
    • University of Tulsa Mr. Homecoming: 2016
    • Kermit E. Brown Award for Teaching Excellence: 2019, 2016, 2014, 2004, 1995
    • University of Tulsa Outstanding Teacher Award: 2020, 2016, 2013, 1995
    • University of Tulsa Chapman Professorships:  2 in 2019
    • American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) Excellence in Teaching Award: 2006
    • Zelimir Schmidt Award for Research Excellence: 2013, 1991
    • National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development (NSF-CAREER) Award: 2011
    • American Society for Engineering Education (Midwest Section): Outstanding Teaching Award:1999; Outstanding Service Award: 2004
    • Nature Conservancy Award for Stewardship: 2000