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Chemistry at St. Mary’s

Chemistry is all around us and our quality of life is intimately linked to the development of new materials and a better understanding of all biological processes.

The Chemistry program at St. Mary’s University gives students unique insights into areas that are central to biology, geology, material science, medicine, environmental science and various branches of engineering.

After completing their degree, many Chemistry graduates continue their education at medical or graduate school.

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  • American Chemical Society Certified

    American Chemical Society

    The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree from St. Mary’s University has been certified by the America Chemical Society (ACS).

    ACS approval ensures that the department is offering a broad, rigorous curriculum that maintains high standards in institutional environment, infrastructure and undergraduate research for the development of student success.

Program of Study

Dedicated Faculty

Chemistry faculty members are dedicated to teaching and mentoring students on a daily basis. Faculty members have diverse research interests and support all students in pursuit of their goals.

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  • Become a Health Professional

    St. Mary’s has partnerships that can fast-track our students’ acceptance to physical therapy, pharmacy, dental and medical programs. Our graduates are accepted to medical and dental programs at rates much higher than the national average.

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What can I do with a Degree in Chemistry?

Not all chemistry graduates wear white lab coats. In addition to practical knowledge of the subject, chemistry graduates develop many other skills prized by employers, such as problem-solving, numeracy, communication, creativity and data analysis.

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Career Opportunities

A chemistry degree can lead to career paths in areas such as:

  • Agriculture
  • Biochemistry
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Forensic Science
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacology

Outside the Classroom

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Research Opportunities

The department sponsors a Chemistry Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship that provides funding for six students to work directly with faculty members for a 10-week summer session.

St. Mary’s Chemistry students seek summer research opportunities after their sophomore year, including programs sponsored by the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health. Past students have also participated in programs at universities such as Princeton and Duke, and medical centers throughout the United States.

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Student Organizations and Clubs

Students majoring in Chemistry can join a variety of STEM clubs and organizations, including the St. Mary’s chapter of the American Chemical Student Society.

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Science Living Community

Students majoring in any science — from Physics to Computer Science, Biology to Engineering — can join the Science Living Community. Members live together and can participate in a variety of programs throughout the year.

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