Chemistry

Explore the Science of Transformation

Chemistry Student

Welcome to the world of chemistry! At the 花椒直播, you鈥檒l study experiments such as the transformation of vegetable oil into biodiesel fuel, explore the extraction of natural products from cloves, and manipulate enzymes to transform reactants into products.

USM鈥檚 chemistry program covers the fundamentals of theoretical and experimental chemistry, including:

General Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry

Gain hands-on experience with analysis and synthesis

Enjoy Extensive Lab Experiences

Through a variety of elective classes, you can explore the specific type of chemistry you鈥檙e interested in. You鈥檒l work 1-on-1 with a faculty advisor to plan your classes and work toward your career goals.

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What Can You Do with a Chemistry Degree?

Each year, exciting opportunities await our grads. From med school or vet school to jobs in the laboratory, USM students are set up for success.

During your chemistry studies at USM, you will have hands-on experience in labs and small class sizes. You will have the opportunity to participate in independent research with expert faculty. Research is put to the test at national and regional professional conferences, including the Kansas Academy of Science and the American Chemical Society.

USM鈥檚 chemistry program is well-suited for students who plan careers in business, secondary education, technical support, or other areas related to the sciences.

Average salaries, according to 2019 ACS salary survey, put chemistry careers in the range of nearly $80,000 per year.

Typical career fields for bachelor鈥檚 degree graduates are:

Laboratory Scientist
Forensics
Food and Flavor
Oil and Petroleum
Environmental Science
Textiles
Biochemistry
Cosmetics
Agricultural
Education (with secondary education program)

With graduate degrees, you can explore even greater challenges, including:

Medicine
Pharmacy
Dentistry
Veterinary
Physical Therapy
Patent Lawyer
Science Policy
Higher Education
Chemical Engineering

Why Choose USM?

If you plan to attend a graduate or professional school, USM鈥檚 chemistry program is an excellent degree to pursue fields such as medicine, dentistry, and physical therapy. We鈥檒l help you shine through:

Small class sizes and hands-on labs
Laboratory work-study opportunities
Excellence on pre-professional exams
Graduate school and/or professional application preparation assistance

Academic Plan

Freshman Year

Fall Semester (16 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 120	General Chemistry I
3	MA 205	College Algebra
3	COMM 120 or 125	Communication Course
3	EN 111	English Composition I
3		Theology General Education

Spring Semester (16 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 122	General Chemistry II
3	TH 112	Intro to Spirituality
3		Humanities General Education
3	EN 112	English Composition II
3		Social Science General Education

Sophomore Year

Fall Semester (15 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 330	Organic Chemistry I
4	PHY 215	Physics I
4	MA 243	Calculus I
3		Literature General Education

Spring Semester (15 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 331	Organic Chemistry II
4	PHY 216	Physics II
3		Theology General Education
4	MA 244	Calculus II

Junior Year

Fall Semester (15 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 464	Physical Chemistry I
2	BICH 597	Science and Society
3		Fine Arts General Education
3		Elective
3		Elective

Spring Semester (13 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 465	Physical Chemistry II
3	BICH 461	Biochemistry
3		Elective
3		Elective

Senior Year

Fall Semester (12 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 354	Analytical Chemistry
1	CH 594	Chemistry Seminar
1	CH 598	Research Problems in Chemistry
3		Elective
3		Elective

Spring Semester (17 Credits)

Credit Hours	Course Number	Course Name
4	CH 455	Instrumental Analysis
3	CH 365	Inorganic Chemistry
1	CH 599	Research Problems in Chemistry
3		Elective
3		Elective
3		Elective

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