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Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering with Concentration in Chemical Engineering

Tennessee Technological University

USA,Tennessee

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 15,310/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 40

Application Fee

Jan 2026

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USA, Tennessee

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1915

Total Students: 10,000 +

Int. Students: 290 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 William L Jones Dr, Cookeville, TN 38505, United States

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering with Concentration in Chemical Engineering

Program Overview

The faculty of the Department of Chemical Engineering actively participates in the Doctor of Philosophy program in Engineering. Admission to the doctoral program is open to individuals with outstanding academic records and potential for original research. The departmental faculty and graduate students work cooperatively with the three State funded Centers of Excellence: two within the College of Engineering and one under the Office of Research & Economic Development.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Doctoral Degree(Ph.D,M.D)

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Open
aug 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 40

Tuition Fee

CAD 15,310 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Tennessee Technological University

CAD 9,814 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 300.0 Minimum Analytical Writing - 3.5 Minimum Verbal Reasoning - 147.0 Minimum Quantitative Reasoning - 150.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.