Current Student Information 
Chemistry Undergraduate Studies
Our curriculum is designed for students seeking a liberal education, as well as for those requiring more specialized training and skills.
These courses provide the necessary foundation for students planning careers as chemists and biochemists, for those interested in
furthering their education through advanced degrees in chemistry, biochemistry, and related sciences, as well as for those in other
professional fields.
Two basic curricula are offered for chemistry majors:
- The American Chemical Society (ACS) certified degree program in Chemistry is available for those students seeking technical positions in chemistry, as well as for those planning to attend graduate school, or
- A Biochemistry track is available for students strongly interested in the interface of chemistry and biomedical or biological sciences, especially for students anticipating going to graduate school in medical sciences, biochemistry, biophysics, or other life sciences.
Students pursuing a degree in Chemistry must also have a minor in another discipline.
Note: All first-time freshmen with less than 15 semester hours are required to successfully complete CAS 100: New Student Seminar.
Requirements for a major in Chemistry (ACS certified)
(CH 394/494/499)
A minimum of 43 semester hours in Chemistry beyond the CH 132 and CH 132L (or CH 141 and CH 141L) course level as listed below:
CH 131, 131L 3, 1 hours
CH 132, 132L 3, 1 hours
(or CH 141, 141L) 4, 1 hours
CH 150 2 hours
CH 265, 265L 3, 1 hours
CH 201, 201L 3, 1 hours
CH 202, 202L 3, 1 hours
CH 301, 301L 3, 1 hours
CH 302, 302L 3, 1 hours
CH 401, 401L 3, 1 hours
CH 440 3 hours
CH 465, 465L 3, 2 hours
CH 492, 493 1, 1 hours
CH 494 4 hours
Electives: In addition to these courses, a student must choose one other 400 level (3 hour) chemistry course to satisfy the degree program requirements.
Mathematics: Two semesters of Calculus (MA 125, MA 126) are required.
Physics: Two semesters of calculus-based Physics (PH 201, PH 202). Students planning to attend graduate school interested in either physical or analytical chemistry are encouraged to take the third semester of physics (PH 303).
Requirements for a major in Chemistry (Biochemistry track)
A minimum of 41 semester hours in Chemistry beyond the CH 132 and CH 132L (or CH 141 and CH 141L) course level, as listed below:
CH 131, 131L 3, 1 hours
CH 132, 132L 3, 1 hours
(or CH 141, 141L) 4, 1 hours
CH 150 2 hours
CH 265, 265L 3, 1 hours
CH 201, 201L 3, 1 hours
CH 202, 202L 3, 1 hours
CH 301, 301L 3, 1 hours
(or CH 302, 302L)
CH 403 3 hours
CH 440 3 hours
CH 441, 443 3, 3 hours
CH 465, 465L 3, 2 hours
CH 394/494 4 hours
CH 492/493 1, 1 hours
Mathematics: Two semesters of Calculus (MA 125, MA 126) are required.
Physics: Two semesters of calculus-based Physics (PH 201, PH 202).
Chemistry Senior Thesis Program
This program is designed to stimulate analytical and critical thinking, offering motivated and focused undergraduate students the opportunity to develop research and communication skills in preparation for a graduate or professional career. To apply for admission to the program, a student must meet specified criteria. Please see your Academic Bulletin for details.
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