The Chemical Engineering degree at Columbia is a passport to many challenging careers. The undergraduate experience includes course work, independent research experience and a host of departmental activities.The Mission of the Department of Chemical Engineering at Columbia University is to provide an outstanding academic and research experience to students to prepare them to meet the needs and challenges of the 21st century.<br><br>Program Educational Objectives<br>Graduates of the Chemical Engineering Program achieve success in one or more of the following within a few years of graduation:<br><br>Careers in industries that require technical expertise in chemical engineering.<br>Leadership positions in industries that require technical expertise in chemical engineering.<br>Graduate-level studies in chemical engineering and related technical or scientific fields (e.g. biomedical or environmental engineering, materials science).<br>Careers outside of engineering that take advantage of an engineering education, such as business, management, finance, law, medicine, or education.<br>A commitment to life-long learning and service within their chosen profession.