Dr. Catherine Peters

Professor

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Biography

Catherine Peters is the department chair and a professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Princeton University, where she also serves as the director of the Geological Engineering program. Her research interests focus on geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide, geothermal energy production, and hydrofracking for shale gas extraction. Peters' work has received funding from prestigious institutions including the National Science Foundation, the Department of Energy, and the Environmental Protection Agency. She is a past president of the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors and is a member of Princeton's High Meadows Environmental Institute, serving as associated faculty.

Research Interests

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
Application Checklist
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
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  • Resume/CV
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
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  • Application Fee
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.