Chemistry, BS

Degree: Bachelor of Science (BS)
Major: Chemistry


Program Overview

The BS program in chemistry is designed for students who seek professional careers in the chemical sciences and is certified by the American Chemical Society. The BS curriculum provides a rigorous background in chemistry, yet offers considerable flexibility in the senior year in the choice of electives, allowing BS majors to pursue areas of chemistry of particular interest to them in greater depth. At least 3 credit hours of research (CHEM 397 / CHEM 398) are required, and up to 9 credit hours of research may be credited toward the degree.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the content knowledge of the main sub disciplines of chemistry including general,organic, analytical, physical, inorganic, and biochemistry.
  • Students will be able to solve chemistry problems, and design, carry out, record and analyze the results of chemical experiments.
  • Students will be able to utilize peer-reviewed scientific literature effectively, and evaluate technical articles critically.
  • Students will be able to design and carry out experiments in a safety-focused manner.
  • Students will be able to utilize ethically sound judgements when working with scientific results.

Undergraduate Policies

For undergraduate policies and procedures, please review the Undergraduate Academics section of the General Bulletin.

Accelerated Master's Programs

Undergraduate students may participate in accelerated programs toward graduate or professional degrees. For more information and details of the policies and procedures related to accelerated studies, please visit the Undergraduate Academics section of the General Bulletin.