Undergraduate Advising
Advising
Welcome to the Undergraduate Program at the Mork Family Department! Our undergraduate advisors are happy to assist you in charting your academic path. Students will meet with an academic advisor each semester prior to registering for classes to discuss their course plans and schedules. Advisement is required each semester for all Viterbi undergraduate students to review their course plans and lift their mandatory advisement hold.
The Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. Within our department, students have the opportunity to choose from four areas of emphasis: biological and pharmaceutical engineering, materials engineering, energy and sustainability, and petroleum and subsurface engineering. These areas of emphasis are indicated on the transcript in parentheses alongside the primary major name.
Office of Undergraduate Advising and Student Affairs
Hedco Chemical Engineering (HED), Suites 202 & 204
UG Advisors: Candy Escobedo and William Wences
UG Student Path to Graduation
Degree Completion: Broadly speaking, completion of the B.S. program in the Mork Family Department requires the following:
- Completion of 134 units, including core coursework and electives
- Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA overall
Note for Continuing Students: To stay on the path toward graduation, we encourage you to consult with your respective University Catalogue to ensure enrollment in the appropriate courses. Regularly review your STARS report or internal transcript at least once per semester.
All USC students are responsible for knowing and understanding the student STARS report. Regularly review your STARS report at least twice a semester, including after course registration. Please see this link for assistance with understanding the STARS report. Additionally, log in to my.usc.edu and verify in OASIS that all your requirements are fulfilled and that your mailing details are accurate.
Note for Graduating Students: As you approach your expected final semester, log in to my.usc.edu and verify in OASIS that all your requirements are fulfilled and that your mailing details are accurate. Please note that diplomas are mailed to your permanent address approximately six weeks after Commencement. Additional information can be accessed at:
Note for International Students: All F-1 and J-1 international students must adhere to U.S. government immigration regulations, including those pertaining to course and degree requirements, to maintain their student status. For further information, please consult with the Office of International Services.
Bachelors of Science Degree Offerings
In addition to reviewing the degree requirements below, please note that it is the student's responsibility to review their respective catalogue year for degree requirements, their STARS report, and their unofficial transcript. This ensures they are on track to meet all academic obligations and can plan their courses effectively. Stay informed and proactive in your academic journey!
Chemical Engineering, B.S.
Chemical Engineering, B.S. (Biological & Pharmaceutical Engineering)
Chemical Engineering, B.S. (Energy & Sustainability)
Chemical Engineering, B.S. (Materials Engineering)
Chemical Engineering, B.S. (Petroleum Engineering)
Progressive Degree Program (PDP)
The Progressive Degree Program (PDP) is a valuable opportunity for USC students to earn credits toward a Master’s Degree while completing their Bachelor’s Degree at USC. Please refer to this link for more information.