The chemistry  major provides a solid foundation in chemistry, physics and mathematics. Students in this major can pursue many career pathways including employment, government positions or electing to continue their studies in a wide variety of graduate programs.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the foundational material in the traditional subdisciplines of Chemistry: analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and physical chemistry.  Integrate knowledge across the subdisciplines of Chemistry
2. Retrieve, analyze, and interpret peer-reviewed literature in the field of Chemistry
3. Communicate science effectively through written reports, oral presentations and discussion
4. Design and carry out experiments that answer scientific questions in the field of Chemistry

Program Standard Grade Point Average Requirement

The major GPA is calculated by all courses identified in the college catalog as required for the major. In addition, this program has an established program standard GPA which may be used to determine progress in the program.

• Program Standard GPA
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0 in any CHE course
• Chemistry Major Requirements
  • 45 credits in any CHE course

Career Potential

• Industrial chemist
• Health professions
• Research scientist
• Consultant
• Patent attorney
• State and federal agency scientist and policy maker