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The Paper Science and Chemical Engineering (PS&ChE) Department at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP) offers a top-tier education designed to prepare students for engineering careers in the chemical and paper manufacturing industries. Through a rigorous curriculum grounded in mathematics, chemistry, physics, and engineering fundamentals, students gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in these dynamic fields.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Students in the program engage with a wide range of subjects, including:

• Mass and energy balances
• Fluid mechanics
• Heat and mass transfer
• Kinetics and reactor design
• Thermodynamics
• Process dynamics and control
• Wood and pulping chemistry
• Paper and fiber physics
• Colloidal chemistry

These courses lead to a Bachelor of Science degree and are supported by the most up-to-date resources. To explore program details, visit the Paper Science and Engineering curriculum or the Chemical Engineering curriculum in the UWSP catalog.

Hands-On Learning Opportunities

One of the program’s highlights is its access to the only paper machine in the United States designed specifically for teaching purposes. This unique laboratory facility allows students to gain practical, hands-on experience, significantly enhancing their understanding of manufacturing processes.

Strong Career Outcomes

Graduates of the UWSP Paper Science and Chemical Engineering programs enjoy outstanding job placement rates. Approximately 50% of alumni remain in Wisconsin, while the other half pursue careers across the country. Many graduates advance to senior management positions in the manufacturing industry, showcasing the program’s reputation for producing highly skilled professionals.

If you’re looking for an accredited program that combines academic excellence with real-world application, UW-Stevens Point’s Paper Science and Chemical Engineering degrees provide an exceptional foundation for a successful career.

The UWSP Paper Science and Chemical Engineering programs are committed to preparing students for successful technical careers in the pulp, paper, and chemical industries. This mission is accomplished by promoting excellence in instruction, undergraduate research opportunities, industrial internships, and involvement in professional organizations.

The UWSP Paper Science and Chemical Engineering Department is also committed to providing high quality outreach education opportunities for professionals in the pulp, paper, and allied industries. This mission is accomplished by the continued development of courses beneficial to industry professionals that will improve their understanding of the processes for which they are responsible.

Our department received approval to start charging additional tuition for upper-level courses​ in the Fall of 2023.  Students enrolled in any PSEN courses numbered 200 and above will be assessed an additional dollar amount per credit tuition. For the Fall semester of 2024, this charge will be $77.81 per ​credit. The funds from this assessment will support:

• Maintenance of current laboratory facilities
• Acquisition of new equipment for both chemical engineering unit operations and paper science laboratory facilities
• Student research and travel

We want to provide more engaging, hands-on experiences for all PS&ChE students. Our goal is to provide an excellent educational experience that will prepare students for success after graduation. The Student Government Association at UWSP and the Board of Regents at UW-System approved this additional tuition increase.​​​

The Student Outcomes represent what we expect our students to know and be able to do when they graduate.

Graduates of the Paper Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering programs have the greatest potential for success in their professional lives if they possess the following attributes:

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
8. [PS&E only] knowledge of the science and technology used in the paper industry.