Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Pursuing a chemistry degree at UMSL means:Hands-on coursework. Several upper-level chemistry classes involve lab work in state-of-the-art facilities.Research opportunities. All students pursuing a BS or BA in chemistry have the opportunity to participate in research for credit. You can even work with a professor on their ongoing research projects, gaining real experience in the academic process.Small class sizes. Many upper-level chemistry courses have 9–12 students, and a lab will never have more than 20 students.An affordable degree. UMSL is the only place in the St. Louis area where you can get an ACS-accredited BS in chemistry at the price of a public university education.Connections to local industry. The St. Louis area is a hub of chemical and life sciences companies – so much so that more than half of UMSL graduates with a major in chemistry work in the St. Louis area.When you major in chemistry, you can tailor your degree by choosing between a BS or BA. Our BA in chemistry prepares you for employment in the chemical industry or professional graduate degrees. The BS in chemistry prepares you to become a professional chemist or pursue an advanced chemistry degree.Whether you select the BS or BA, you can expect to study in state-of-the-art labs, have opportunities to participate in faculty research projects and more.The accelerated program is a unique dual degree program that provides a pathway for students to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Chemistry with fewer total credit hours than would be required to complete each degree independently. Once all requirements have been met, students will be awarded both a BS and an MS and are able to enter the job market with a competitive edge

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