BA/BS in Chemistry

Chemistry is a Bachelor of Science in the Department of Chemistry, which is accredited by the American Chemical Society. Students pick among six concentrations, which cover biochemistry and an advanced version of it, professional chemistry and an advanced version of that, forensics, and teacher licensure. A pre-health option supports future pharmacy, medicine and dentistry students. Teaching emphasizes hands-on work and research, with access to modern instruments such as a tandem mass spectrometry gas chromatograph. Students can get involved in undergraduate research early. Many majors continue directly to graduate school, where they commonly receive stipends covering tuition and living costs. Others become high school teachers or enter industry. Concentrations let students match the degree to career goals. Graduate-level study is a common next step.