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Chemistry, BS


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Chemistry Core Curriculum


In addition to the University Studies requirements for graduation, chemistry majors take a series of core courses spread across a traditional four-year period. The completion of the chemistry core also covers the College of Science requirements for graduation.

Chemistry Major Core Requirements Suggested Schedule


First Year (30-32 credits)


Second Year (32-33 credits)


Third Year (29-31 credits)


Fourth Year (31-32 credits)


Note:


1 The completion of MATH 2250  or STAT 3000  is optional for the Teaching Major.

2 Offered fall semester only

3 Offered spring semester only

Chemistry Degree Emphases


Professional Chemistry Emphasis (ACS Certified)


In addition to the chemistry core, students must complete the following:

Biochemistry Emphasis (ACS Certified)


In addition to the chemistry core, students must complete the following:

Environmental Chemistry Emphasis (ACS Certified)


In addition to the chemistry core, students must complete the following:

Chemical Education Emphasis (ACS Certified)


In addition to the chemistry core, students must complete the following:

Life Science Emphasis


In addition to the Chemistry Core Requirements (with the exception of CHEM 5640 , CHEM 5650 ), students must complete the following:

Note:


1 The completion of MATH 2250  or STAT 3000  is optional for the Teaching Major.

2 Offered fall semester only

3 Offered spring semester only

BS Degree in Chemistry with Honors


This option can be met by completing any ACS certified program and by meeting the following requirements:

  1. Minimum GPA of 3.50 in chemistry courses
  2. Overall GPA of 3.30
  3. Completion of 15 credits of honors work by successfully completing honors contracts in the following courses:

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