1 st
130 years
600
49%
100%
120
+4000
alumni
+ 100
20%
Academic Programs
Chimie ParisTech - PSL offers a range of academic programs covering all levels, from the engineering program to the Ph.D., including master’s programs.
The engineering program provides a multidisciplinary education covering the major fields of chemistry, supplemented by courses in the humanities, management, and entrepreneurship.
The School offers five master’s programs, all affiliated with a graduate program at PSL University (opens in new tab), and directly administers the Master’s in Chemistry at PSL, the Master’s in Materials Science and Engineering, and the Master’s in Nuclear Energy (in joint accreditation with Paris-Saclay University).
Closely linked to research, this educational program enables our students to thrive in a high-level scientific environment. The doctoral program sees nearly 40 dissertations defended each year, 15% of which are under CIFRE agreements, further demonstrating the connections between academic research and the socio-economic world.
Career Placement for the Engineering Program
12
95%
+ 37 000€ /year
International
23
100%
The teaching staff
6
11
Reseach
120
faculty members, one-third of whom are CNRS researchers
Press rankings
Le Figaro étudiant
In 2026, Chimie ParisTech – PSL was ranked among the top 10 engineering schools for students who have completed preparatory classes by *Le Figaro Étudiant*. This ranking confirms the school’s academic excellence, its international reach, and the quality of career placement for its engineering graduates.
L'Usine nouvelle
In 2026, Chimie ParisTech-PSL ranked 7th out of 121 engineering schools in *L’Usine Nouvelle*’s 2026 rankings, with a score of 66 out of 100. This recognition highlights the excellence of our educational programs, the quality of our research, and the commitment of our engineers to designing and implementing sustainable technological solutions capable of addressing today’s challenges.
L’Étudiant
In 2026, Chimie ParisTech-PSL ranked among the top 15 out of 174 schools in the L’Étudiant ranking, with an overall score of 80.5 points out of 119. The institution thus reaffirms its position among the best engineering schools in France and distinguishes itself through its ability to train engineers with a systemic perspective, capable of addressing major industrial, scientific, and societal challenges, both in France and internationally.