Bowers Hall, Room 38
(607) 753-4323
Fax: (607) 753-2927
www.cortland.edu/chemistry/

School

Arts and Sciences

Faculty

Gregory D. Phelan (Chair), David Collins, Karen Downey, Frank Rossi, Michael Von Tersch, Arden Zipp

Adjunct Faculty

For a listing of adjunct faculty see the Faculty and Administration  section.

Programs Offered

Master of Arts in Teaching in Adolescence Education: Chemistry (7-12) 
Master of Science in Education in Adolescence Education: Chemistry (7-12) 
Master of Science in Advanced Materials  (pending SUNY and NYSED approval)

Description

The Master of Science in Advanced Materials will prepare participants to become leaders in a wide variety of fields in technology. The broad focus of the degree and the ability to specialize through selected coursework will enable students to pursue careers in biotechnology, chemistry, materials science, and nanotechnology; among other emerging technologies based on novel materials. The classwork is split between science and business to better prepare participants to assume managerial roles within their organizations. In addition to the classwork, a required internship will provide practical experience applying learned classroom skills in real world settings. The option to work on an original research project jointly with members of the faculty at Cortland will provide another opportunity to apply theoretical skills to practical situations.

A description of the Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Systems  can be found in the Physics Department .

Special Features

• In consultation with a faculty advisor, a customized program of study to fit the background and goals of participants
• Classwork taught in small classes in a cohort setting
• Personalized, hands-on training with leading technology in laboratory settings
• Opportunities to collaborate with faculty in original research

Admission Requirements

In addition to meeting the requirements for admission to a degree program as outlined below, an applicant for enrollment in the program leading to the Master of Science in Advanced Materials must submit the following:

1. Official transcripts documenting a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. 
2. Applicants are generally required to have an undergraduate cumulative grade point average of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. However,circumstances including, but not limited to, endeavors following completion of a bachelor’s degree and performance in the last two years of a bachelor’s degree program will be considered in reviewing applications from students with lower grade point averages. Students who feel they are qualified in spite of an undergraduate grade point average below a 2.5 are encouraged to contact the department before applying for admission.
3. A resume or curriculum vitae.
4. A one-to-two page statement of educational and professional goals relating to the MS program.
5. Three letters of recommendation from former professors or professional colleagues who can speak to the candidate’s preparation for the MS program.
6. Applicants who lack sufficient academic background in chemistry may be required to complete additional coursework (up to 12 credit hours) at the undergraduate level in addition to the degree requirements.