The following forms are to be reviewed and signed by the Head's Delegate and Supervisor(s) following the thesis defense for your respective program:

• MASc CBME
• CHEM ENG MASc
• CHEM ENG MEng
• PhD CBME
• CHEM ENG PhD

Congratulations! You are a Chemical Engineering graduate student and now you want to know all the details of how to complete your degree. There are several steps to completion but the Graduate Program Assistant is there to ensure you meet the requirements of your degree program. Click on a link below to download a PDF summary of your program, read it and if something doesn't make sense, email the Graduate Program Assistant with your question(s).

• Master's Program Summary (PDF)
• Doctoral Program Summary (PDF)
• Comprehensive Exam Guide (PDF)
• PhD Supervisory Guidelines (PDF)
• Graduate Studies-General Regulations-Thesis

The Department of Chemical Engineering endeavours, as far as possible, to ensure that every full-time graduate student engaged in research has adequate financial support during his or her graduate program. This support may come from several sources, either individually or in combination: National or Provincial scholarships, Queen's University scholarships and awards, research assistantships provided by faculty researchers and Departmental teaching assistantships. The level of financial support consequently varies among graduate students in the Department, with a guaranteed minimum level of $25,000 (Masters and PhD) currently (subject to change). As part of the minimum funding package, you may serve as a Teaching Assistant for at least one term per year. When necessary, serving as a Teaching Assistant for a second term will result in an increase in your funding package equivalent to the full value of the second TAship. Queen's internal awards are part of the minimum funding package and will not result in an increased funding level, whereas external scholarships may result in a significant top-up of funding. For current top-up amounts, please contact the Graduate Assistant at phillipl@queensu.ca.

In the case of qualified applicants to the M.Eng. program, the current Departmental policy is to admit such applicants with no financial support being offered by the University or the Department. The M.Eng. program is a one-year program commencing only in September of each year. Students may enroll in CHEE 898, the M.Eng. Project Course, which is equivalent to taking two courses and requires the student to work with the Graduate Coordinator to identify a supervisor for their project.

TUITION FEES AND ESTIMATED LIVING COSTS

This budget has been drawn up to assist international graduate students in calculating the financial resources required to attend Queen's University. Although the figures listed below are only estimates of basic living expenses, it is recommended that any student who accepts an offer of admission to a graduate program at Queen's University has available at least the minimum level of funding recommended. These figures are for a single student for one year.

Tuition and Ancillary Fees

Tuition Fees
See cost of living estimations here

University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) (premium equals annual coverage for one person). UHIP medical insurance is mandatory for all international students during their period of study at Queen's. Changes to government policy have excluded international students as well as foreign workers and their dependants from the provincial health care plan. You will be required to purchase the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) in order to register. For Medical Health Coverage and the premium details please see http://quic.queensu.ca/incoming/healthinsuranceandcare.asp.

Students Bringing Families

Students who bring families should use this budget and add approximately $5000.00 for a spouse or other first dependant plus $1,000.00 for each additional dependant.
You will be required to purchase health coverage for all accompanying dependants (see the link below for more information). You must enroll your dependants in UHIP within 30 days of their arrival in Canada to avoid paying a $500 penalty plus fees retroactive to their arrival in Canada. If their arrival date cannot be proven, the fee will be retroactive to your arrival date in Canada.

http://quic.queensu.ca/incoming/healthinsuranceandcare.asp

There are tuition fees for children attending Ontario Schools at any level. Children who will be attending school in Canada are required to possess a Study Permit form prior to attending classes. You should advise the Immigration Officer of this fact when making application for your visa and Study Permit.

Tuition and Associated Fees Payment

Arrangements may be made by the student with the Office of the University Registrar to pay fees on a monthly basis, using any banking institution in Canada, via the Pre-Authorized Payment Plan. More details and the required form can be found by following the link below. Arrangements to pay via this method must be made before September 1st. Line of credit, credit card, cheques and U.S. accounts are not permitted.

http://www.queensu.ca/registrar/currentstudents/fees/payment.html

If you wish to transfer funds to cover tuition and associated fees before leaving home, there are three options:

Bank Wire Transfers

Funds may be electronically transferred to Queen's University, but be advised that both the home bank and the receiving bank may impose additional handling charges. The information required to wire funds.

Bank of Montreal - Main Branch
Kingston, Ontario
Bank Number 001
Transit Number 00162
Account number 0000-085

NOTE. Ensure that your name and student number is included in the wire transfer for proper processing of your payment.

Mail

This method of payment is for students living outside of Canada. Cheques, money orders or bank drafts may be mailed to:

Queen's University
Office of the University Registrar - Services and Records
Kingston, Ontario
K7L 3N6
Attention: Fees

NOTE: The student name and student number must be clearly written on the front of the payment. Please allow extra time for mailing and processing when using this method of payment.

Western Union

Go to Western Union's website http://www.payment-solutions.com/quickpay_form.html and follow the instructions to make a payment (ask for the special Queen's rate). You will need the following information to complete the required form:

Company Name: Queen's University,

Locale/Code City: QUEENSUONTARIO, ON

Account Number: Is your student number

When mailing payments from United States and/or overseas, you will need to allow approximately 2 to 3 weeks extra time for mailing. To avoid Registration Administration Fees, payments must reach Queen's University, Office of the University Registrar, no later than September 1st. Do not post-date your cheque. Items returned by your Bank, for any reason, will be liable for a $20.00 returned item charge.

Medical Health Coverage for International Students

Queen's is participating in a province-wide private insurance plan (University Health Insurance Plan -- UHIP) with Sun Life Assurance as the carrier. UHIP is mandatory for all international students registered at Queen's University. This plan provides a broad coverage for hospital and physician services, including pregnancies, and is very similar, although not identical, to OHIP, the provincial health coverage for Ontario citizens.

The rate for a twelve-month period from September 1 to August 31 can be found at here.

There are a few graduate students whose personal medical heath coverage may be covered by scholarships, but those scholarships may not provide health coverage for their dependants.

Payment for Insurance:

Once you enroll in the UHIP plan at the appropriate rate, depending on whether you come by yourself or with your partner or with your partner and children, this amount will be added to your fees account. You will pay your health insurance in the same way that you pay your tuition fees.

Insurance for Your Dependants:

Your dependants also need to be covered by health insurance and must obtain UHIP coverage within 30 days of their arrival in Canada. Health care is very expensive in Ontario for non-Ontario residents without insurance. The Queen's plan offers competitive rates; there is no disqualification due to any pre-existing condition.

If your dependants arrive after you, you can change your status from "single coverage" to the two or three person plus rate, provided that you do so within 30 days of their arrival in Canada. The new charges would be added to your fees account and paid in the same way that you pay your fees. All dependants who are enrolled after the initial 30-day enrolment period will be assessed a $500 late application fee, plus all retroactive premiums calculated from the student's effective date of coverage or the applicant's arrival date in Canada, whichever can be proven. You must also extend your dependants' UHIP coverage within 30 days of its expiry date.

When do you enroll?

You should go to the Queen's University International Centre (QUIC) in Mitchell Hall as soon as possible after you arrive at Queen's. You will be able to enroll yourself and your dependants immediately and the premium charges will be added to your fees account. Your UHIP will begin upon your arrival in Canada, and if you are arriving in a province other than Ontario, you must enroll before you arrive. Coverage can begin up to 20 days before your term of study starts. Please note the coverage benefit outside Canada is minimal.

You must be enrolled and present evidence of that enrolment at the time of registration.

Other Insurance:

As noted above, your UHIP coverage will begin from your arrival date in Canada. If you are to be in Canada for some time prior to arriving at Queen's (i.e. more than two or three days), you must contact the QUIC to begin your UHIP coverage from that date, and to allow the insurance company to be informed about your arrival. Please ensure that you have some form of medical insurance to cover you while in transit to Canada.

Additional Information:

You will find more about these and other services of the Queen's University International Centre at http://quic.queensu.ca/.

QUIC Contacts

If you have questions about being or becoming an International Student, visit: http://quic.queensu.ca/incoming/applying.asp or email: studentadvisors@sgps.ca

If you have questions regarding housing, visit: http://quic.queensu.ca/resource/housing.asp.

Teaching Assistantships

Graduate students may be required to perform one Teaching Assistantship (TAship) per year as part of their funding package and subject to availability as determined by their supervisor. The number of assignments and/or the number of hours per assignment may be subject to change pending the confirmation of course enrollments and the needs of the undergraduate program. In the case of two TAships, the student receives an additional $3,076.56 during the term in which they hold the second assignment (usually the Winter term).

Current TA Assignments:

• 2022-2023

Previous TA Assignments:

• 2021-2022
• 2020-2021
• 2019-2020
• 2018-2019
• 2017-2018
• 2016-2017
• 2015-2016
• 2014-2015

Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I apply for graduate studies?
   
   i) Fill out the application by following this link: http://www.queensu.ca/sgs/prospective-students/application-process
   ii) Send original, official transcripts to the School of Graduate Studies (SGS)
   iii) Indicate accurate email addresses for your referees, they will be contacted and asked to supply an electronic reference
   iv) Submit payment by credit card on-line
   v) Contact professors who work in your area of interest to increase your chance of receiving an offer
   
   
2. What are the English requirements for international students?
   
   If English is not your first language:
   i) Go to www.queensu.ca/sgs/prospective-students/how-apply
   ii) Submit an official copy of one of the acceptable English tests to the SGS
   
   Exemptions (check with the SGS to ensure you qualify for an exemption):
   i) If you have studied at an English-speaking university in the last year, you are exempt from providing an English test
   ii) If you are from a country where the education system is English but the country's official language is not, you are exempt from providing an English test
   iii) Submit a letter from the institution stating that the program was delivered in English
   
   

3. What documents are required for the application?

   The documents required are dependent on the personal history you indicate on your application.
   Generally you need:
   i) Official, sealed transcripts from all educational institutions (no photocopies or certified copies are acceptable)
   ii) Two academic references (your referees will be sent an email with the link to fill out their reference)
   iii) If English Proficiency Testing is required, an official report from the testing agency
   iv) If you are in the process of completing an undergraduate or Master's degree when you apply, you must provide a final copy of your transcript indicating that the degree has been granted before you can start your studies with us.
   A GRE is not required or considered.

4. How can I pay for the application?

   A non-refundable application fee (currently $110 CDN) is due at the end of your application. You must be able to pay the fee on-line with a Visa or MasterCard number. If you are unable to provide a credit card number, then you must request a paper application be mailed to you. Please email Graduate Program Assistant to request a paper application.

5. Can I defer my acceptance?

   As long as you have the agreement of your potential supervisor you can defer your offer of acceptance within the academic cycle to which you have applied. Academic cycles begin in September and end in August. If you wish to defer for a full year you will need to fill out a new application, request up-to-date reference letters and pay the application fee again. You can request that your supporting documents be transferred to the new application by making an email request to sgsapp@queensu.ca

6. Can I only start my program in September?

   The Department of Chemical Engineering accepts MASc and PhD students starting in September, January and May of each academic cycle. However the best opportunity to begin your studies is often in September. When you apply for graduate studies, there is a drop down box where you can choose one of these three entry dates.

7. Can I get help with housing?

   Housing for graduate students at Queen's
   
   Assistance for housing for graduate students at Queen's can be found here: https://www.queensu.ca/campuslife/housing.
   
   Special Considerations
   
   If you have special needs where accommodation or building adaptation may be required, Queen's Residences will meet your needs to the best of its ability. These needs may include mobility restrictions, blindness or low vision, hearing limitations, psychiatric conditions, chronic illness, learning disabilities, religious practices, sexual orientation concerns. Fill out the Special Considerations section of the Residence Application Form.

8. If I'm accepted for September, when do I have to be here?

   There are several orientation sessions that are either mandatory or extremely useful for new graduate students. The School of Graduate Studies expects final registration to be completed during the first week of September. During this week, one day is devoted to Chemical Engineering Orientation and Departmental TA training. Additionally, you are required to take WHMIS training before entering the laboratories and register to take a TA training session before you begin your Teaching Assistantship. The Graduate Program Assistant will contact all new students to inform them of any mandatory sessions during this time.

9. Will I be assigned a supervisor or do I find my own?

   Your application will be circulated to all full-time Faculty Members in our department. There may be a Faculty Member with an open graduate position who is willing to accept you; however, it will increase your chances of being made an offer if you contact potential supervisors who work in your area of interest.
   
   Go to Areas of Research to explore the main areas of research offered in Chemical Engineering and to learn about our centers for research.

                                                     Grad Maps

Need help navigating your way through grad school and beyond? Get program-specific advice on academics, research, networking, building experience, and launching your career all in one place. These maps provide suggestions - you don’t have to follow all the recommendations. Use them to plan ahead, and find your own way at Queen’s!

Use the Grad Maps on the Queen's Career Services page.