The Chemistry Department offers four graduate degrees. In chemistry, a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree, a Master of Science (M.S.) with Thesis degree, and a Master of Science (M.S.) without Thesis degree. Choose from the links below for more information about each degree or program.

• Ph.D. Degree in Chemistry • Master of Science with Thesis • Master of Science without Thesis • Future Professoriate Program • Interdisciplinary Program in Structural Biology, Biochemistry & Biophysics • Masters in Forensics Science - College of Arts & Sciences

Ph.D. students design curricula to address their particular interests. A wide variety of courses are offered, drawn from traditional chemical, as well as biochemical and other related fields. Each student groups courses into a core curriculum, in consultation with the department Graduate Advisor. Usually coursework is completed during the first year.

Graduate students pursue research in a broad range of disciplines: analytical, organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, as well as biophysical, biochemical, bioorganic chemistry, and biophysics. Spectroscopy, computer analysis, and advanced structural and functional evaluation of biological materials are some areas available for concentration. Graduate students receive hands-on training in the use of state-of-the-art chemical instrumentation, and then use all equipment directly in their research.

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
A candidate for this degree must:

• satisfy the breadth examination requirement • maintain grade-point average requirements • satisfy the coursework and credit requirements • satisfy the research proposal requirement • pass the second-year oral examination • submit a satisfactory dissertation • pass a final oral examination based upon the dissertation and related topics

Master of Science with Thesis
A candidate for this degree must:

• pass qualifying breadth examinations in two of the major fields of chemistry • maintain grade-point average requirements • satisfy the coursework and credit requirements • submit a satisfactory thesis • pass a final oral examination based upon the thesis and related topics

Master of Science without Thesis
A candidate for this degree must:

• pass qualifying breadth examinations in two of the major fields of chemistry • maintain grade-point average requirements • satisfy the coursework and credit requirements • complete a culminating experience of one of the following:      • passing a comprehensive examination based on coursework      • completing a library study      • presenting a public seminar within the department