Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

Chemistry is the study of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter and substances, especially of atomic and molecular systems. It is an inspiring and diverse field of study—the science of change.As the American Chemical Society notes, “Anything that can be touched, tasted, smelled, seen or felt is made of chemicals and chemists are the people who transform the everyday materials around us into amazing things.”Undergraduate students in our program:Have the opportunity to conduct research in state-of-the-art instrumentation facilitiesReceive individual attention by faculty who are committed to teachingStudy in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and enjoy a supportive environment in which to pursue their interestsThe BA program encourages a wide range of elective courses and is particularly suitable for students with interdisciplinary scientific interests in the health professions, biology, physics, geological sciences, engineering, or education. BA students may elect advanced courses in chemistry, including independent research, and can create a curriculum best suited to their individual interests.CareersWhether it is through technologies for energy conversion, approaches to curing cancer, chemistry for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, textiles to be used in the latest fashions, or a new direction to environmental protection, chemistry affects modern life in countless and important ways.An undergraduate degree in chemistry is a doorway to many career pathways, including:Agriculture, Organic or inorganic chemistry, Sales, Teaching, Physical, analytical, or polymer chemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Patent law, Food technology, Forensics, Environmental quality regulation.

Secondary school transcript -Your secondary school transcript must be submitted directly from your school counselor or the designated official you have indicated on you official application. School officials must submit your transcript on your behalf through the Common Application or the Coalition/Scoir Application using the University of Rochester school code (002894). This transcript should include all grades from 9th through 11th grade