Master of Science in Chemistry - Environmental Chemistry

Welcome to the Department of Chemistry at the University of Maine. We are proud to be the only university in the State of Maine to offer Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in chemistry. Our faculty and graduate students are actively engaged in research that spans a broad range of chemistry. The smaller size of research groups in our department allows for a high degree of student-faculty interaction. Many groups have interdisciplinary research projects that provide opportunities for collaboration with engineers, materials scientists, biological scientists or disciplinary based education researchers.The majority of our graduate students are enrolled in the Ph.D. program and all students are typically supported as teaching assistants in their first year. Research assistantships are also available, usually starting in the second year. All students in good standing are guaranteed financial support through the completion of their degrees.Environmental ChemistryChemists working in the field of environmental chemistry study the sources, effects, and reactions of chemical species in the air, water or soils. Environmental chemistry relies heavily on the use of quantitative methods for following the fate of chemicals in the environment. Environmental chemists draw on a range of concepts from chemistry and various environmental sciences to assist in their study of what is happening to a chemical species in the environment. Important general concepts from chemistry include understanding chemical reactions and equations, solutions, units, sampling, and analytical techniques.

Student’s CVTranscripts from all previous universities for coursework leading to a BS/BA in Chemistry or related field.Transcripts from all previous universities for coursework leading to a MS in Chemistry or related field.Letters of recommendation – from three persons (faculty or supervisors) familiar with your scientific ability. At least two of the letters should be from your chemistry professors or research advisors.GRE scores – Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing. Subject exam is not required. There is no minimum score.TOEFL or