Solve real-world problems through chemical research and testing with a chemistry, M.S.
Discover the opportunity to impact the world in extraordinary ways. The 黑料社 M.S.in Chemistry will prepare you for an advanced career in chemistry and chemical engineering.
- Cutting-Edge Research Opportunities: The M.S. in Chemistry program emphasizes hands-on research experiences. You will collaborate with expert faculty on projects in areas such as environmental chemistry, biochemistry, and materials science.
- Flexible Learning Options: The program offers evening classes and hybrid learning formats to accommodate working professionals and students with other commitments, ensuring accessibility and convenience.
- STEM Designation and Career Opportunities: International students benefit from the program’s STEM designation, allowing for a 3-year OPT extension, and graduates gain access to diverse career pathways in academia, industry, and government sectors.
From cleaning up our water supply, to devising new window coatings that will protect airplane pilots from being blinded by lasers, to molding the minds of the next generation, an advanced degree in Chemistry will allow you to affect the world in inspired ways.
An Environment Designed for Learning
At 黑料社, you’ll develop proficiency in critical thinking and problem solving in Chemistry and related content through an interdisciplinary approach. The chemistry program聽 will have you working hand-in-hand with instructors who are experts in their fields with real-world connections, giving you practical experience to help solve real-world problems. You will:
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills required to solve problems in the synthesis, measurement and modeling of chemical systems
- Critically assess and integrate the reasoning process used in chemical science and communicate it effectively in written and spoken form
- Apply the knowledge and skills gained by study of specific chemical systems to understand and predict the chemistry of a broad range of complex systems of scientific and societal interest
- Employ critical thinking and the scientific method to design, carry out, record and analyze the results of experiments
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of appropriate instrumentation to collect and record data from experiments
- Research a specific scientific project to aid in your career focus
- Show an in-depth understanding and mastery of the literature in at least one chemistry subfield (analytical, biochemical, inorganic, organic or physical)
- Conduct activities in an ethical manner
WHY CHOOSE an M.S. in Chemistry from LEWIS?
With a chemistry program that can prepare you for a career in industry, government, or academia, 黑料社 University prioritizes student success. We will help you learn and develop your own passion in traditional areas of chemical research.聽
- Advanced Curriculum: The program provides a robust foundation in the core areas of chemistry, including analytical, organic, and physical chemistry, while offering electives that enable you to specialize based on your career interests.
- Experienced Faculty and Mentorship: You will be mentored by faculty with extensive research backgrounds and industry experience, fostering a supportive learning and research environment.
- Customizable Degree Path: With a 36-credit hour curriculum, you can choose between a thesis or non-thesis track, tailoring the program to your professional goals and aspirations.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: You will have access to modern laboratories and instrumentation, gaining practical skills for cutting-edge scientific challenges.
- Interdisciplinary Focus: The program encourages interdisciplinary approaches, integrating chemistry with biology, physics, and environmental science to solve real-world problems.
- A Top University: Ranked as one of U.S. News & World Report's "Top Tier Colleges", ranked 14 for Adult Students by Best Colleges.com, and recently named a best private college value in Illinois.
Fast-Track Bachelor's to Master's 4 + 1 PROGRAM OPTION
Undergraduate Chemistry majors with appropriate coursework and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 with a 3.25 in Chemistry coursework are eligible to apply for the B.S./M.S. 4 + 1 Program Option, and potentially earn both degrees within 5 years.
Undergraduate Chemistry majors with appropriate coursework and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 with a 3.25 in Chemistry coursework are eligible to apply for the B.S./M.S. 4 + 1 Program Option, and potentially earn both degrees within 5 years.
Career Pathways for Master’s Degree in Chemistry Graduates
Our Chemistry, M.S graduates are able to bring their advanced knowledge to the following career options:
- Chemist
- Chemical Engineer
- Materials Scientist
- Environmental Scientist
- Teacher
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