The PhD degree in Chemical Engineering is a recognized terminal degree in the practical and creative areas in chemical engineering. The PhD candidate is one who understands and demonstrates what it means to be a working researcher. It prepares students for independent research careers in industry or academia. PhD students are fully funded.

The Ohio State University is located in Columbus, Ohio, a thriving, multicultural Smart City that offers a low cost of living and a stable economy, vibrant neighborhoods, outstanding medical facilities, and a multitude of recreational, cultural, and intellectual opportunities.

The William G. Lowrie Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, situated in the heart of campus, is one of the oldest chemical engineering programs in the United States and is marked by a tradition of excellence.  With The Ohio State University being one of the largest universities in the world, vast opportunities abound, yet within the program itself, many students experience a small, home-town or even family feel, and faculty report an environment of exceptional colleagiality.