Our Master of Science in Industrial Chemistry provides students an understanding of industrial chemical processes as well as the foundations of business for professional success in the oil and gas, chemical, and petrochemical industry.

Houston is a hub for the world’s chemical and petrochemical industry and the University of St. Thomas is in the heart of Houston. Designed to provide maximum flexibility, this 100% online graduate program is taught by current industry professionals and is an ideal next step for entry and mid-level employees seeking to enhance their technical and business skills and assume leadership positions.

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Houston Boats the Highest Annual Median Wage for STEM Workers Houston Boats the Highest Annual Median Wage for STEM Workers
#1
City in U.S.

FOR STEM SALARIES

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237,000+ ENERGY JOBS in Houston Source: Greater Houston Partnership 237,000+ ENERGY JOBS in Houston Source: Greater Houston Partnership
237,000+
Energy Jobs

IN HOUSTON

Source: Greater Houston Partnership

$102,160 ANNUAL MEDIAN SALARY FOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER JOBS IN U.S. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics $102,160 ANNUAL MEDIAN SALARY FOR CHEMICAL ENGINEER JOBS IN U.S. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
$102,160
Annual Median Salary

FOR U.S. CHEMICAL ENGINEER JOBS

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Take A Bold Step Toward Your Future

University of St. Thomas - Houston Master of Science in Industrial and Process Chemistry - chemical refinery at nightHouston is home to many leading multinational energy companies, employing nearly a third of the U.S. oil and gas extraction workforce, including:

  • Baker Hughes
  • BP
  • Chevron
  • ConocoPhillips
  • ExxonMobil
  • Schlumberger
  • Shell

Possible Career Paths

  • Product development research
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Process chemistry
  • Formulation chemistry
  • Industrial management
  • Technical sales and marketing

Professional Skills

  • Ethical leadership, teamwork, and efficient time-management
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Analytical thinking and quantitative reasoning
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*Please note: This is an online program and international students cannot maintain or obtain F-1 student visa status or I-20 form through this program.