Undergraduate Major Concentrations
Starting in fall 2021, the Chemistry Department will be offering the following major concentrations:
BS in CHEMISTRY, ACS-certified
Designed for the professional chemist and preparation for graduate school
- 5 foundational courses across Chemistry
- 4 in-depth courses
- 2 semesters of advanced integrated lab
- Research requirement
- ACS provides a 3-year membership for all certified graduates
BS in CHEMISTRY, Med Chem/Pre-pharmacy
Preparation for medical or pharmacy school
- 5 foundational courses across Chemistry
- In-depth courses in organic chemistry, human physiology, microbiology
- 1 semester of advanced integrated lab
- 3 + 3 pharmacy option in development
BS in CHEMISTRY, Energy and the Environment
Preparation for careers in the energy sector
- 4 foundational courses across Chemistry including green chemistry
- In-depth courses offer extensive electives
- 1 semester of advanced integrated lab
- Research option
BS in CHEMISTRY, Chemistry of Materials
Preparation for careers in materials science
- 4 foundational courses across Chemistry
- In-depth courses in solid state chemistry, polymer chemistry, materials science
- 1 semester of advanced integrated lab
- Research option
BS in CHEMISTRY, Forensic Chemistry
Preparation for careers in forensics
- 4 foundational courses across Chemistry
- In-depth courses in analytical chemistry, forensic chemistry
- 1 semester of advanced integrated lab
- Research option