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

School

Arts and Sciences

Faculty

Arden Zipp (Acting Chair), David Collins, Karen Downey, Nancy Meagher, Frank Rossi, Michael Von Tersch

Adjunct Faculty

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

Programs Offered

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Adolescence Education: Chemistry (7-12)

Majors Offered

Chemistry
Adolescence Education: Chemistry (7-12)
Chemistry leading to the 3+2 Engineering Program

Concentration Offered

Environmental Science

Minors Offered

Chemistry

Description

Study of chemistry prepares students for laboratory, sales and management positions in industry; for advanced study of chemistry; for teaching careers in chemistry and related sciences. Students use modern chemical instrumentation and are actively involved in research projects. Learning proceeds through a balance of theoretical (classroom) and practical (laboratory) experiences. The program is approved by the American Chemical Society.

Special Features

• Small classes, personal attention
• Student use of the most modern instruments and methods
• Extensive laboratory experience
• Opportunities to cooperate with faculty in original research
• Excellent record of graduate school placements and fellowships

Requirements

1. Degree Requirements listed here apply to all of the majors offered by this department. 
2. Liberal Arts Requirements: B.A. – 90 credit hours;
   B.S. – 75 credit hours;
   B.S. (in adolescence education) – 60 credit hours.

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