Chemistry — BS/MS Degree in Chemistry

The Chemistry Department offers a combined BS/MS, designed to offer talented and motivated students the opportunity to attain a master’s degree in five years. Students who plan to enter this program should have a solid high school record, particularly in chemistry, mathematics, physics, and English.

BS/MS Degree Requirements

Requirements for this degree include:

1. All the chemistry courses required for the BA.
2. The requirements for the MS degree in chemistry.
3. A minimum of 11 credits of elective chemistry courses, chosen from departmental offerings.

The student completing these requirements will receive both the BS in chemistry and the MS in chemistry. No degree is awarded until the requirements are complete. To be retained in the program, students must maintain a GPA of 2.0 in undergraduate chemistry and biochemistry courses and grades of B or better in graduate chemistry courses. Admission to this program is by application only. Complete information is available at the department office.