Our unique B.S. in Polymer Engineering and Science prepares you to analyze and design polymers—the fascinating materials that make up our world. You’ll learn to analyze the character and structure of materials, and then use that knowledge to design innovative new products for a variety of fields, including medicine, manufacturing, and sustainability.

Why Penn State Behrend?

The School of Engineering at Penn State Behrend offers you the opportunity to learn in state-of-the-art facilities, conduct research with award-winning faculty, and be recruited by companies around the world. All Behrend engineering courses are taught by faculty, not graduate assistants, and small class sizes and a faculty open-door policy mean that when you need help, you’ll get it.

What’s more, Behrend’s School of Engineering consistently ranks among the top undergraduate engineering programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

Polymer Engineering and Science Program
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What Will I Study in Polymer Engineering and Science?

In lecture coursework and hands-on lab experiences, you’ll study materials design, polymer chemistry, mechanical performance of materials, polymer product performance, sustainability, fluids and heat transfer, and polymer rheology and processing.

To see the full Polymer Engineering and Science curriculum, visit the Undergraduate Bulletin.

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Who Hires Polymer Engineering and Science Majors?

The B.S. in Polymer Engineering and Science can put you in demand for an in-demand field. Our recent graduates have found employment with companies including Boeing, GE, Shell, Avient, GM, Sandia National Laboratories, and the U.S. Department of Energy.

Typical entry-level positions for Polymer Engineering and Science graduates include polymer, process, quality, manufacturing, and materials engineers, as well as polymer scientists, product failure analysts, and polymer test specialists.

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You can advance your degree and your job opportunities with a minor or certificate. One option for Polymer Engineering and Science majors is a minor in Chemistry, which provides much of the basis for your engineering studies.

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