Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Master’s degree, students in the Chemistry program are expected to be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to apply quantum mechanical methods to predict observable properties for molecular motions including translation, rotation and vibration.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze molecular electronic wavefunctions to characterize bonding and stability.
- Demonstrate an active knowledge of fundamentals of organic reaction mechanisms and methods for their elucidation, analyzing the mechanism and understand the mechanistic diagrams.
- Demonstrate an understanding of selected topics of physical organic chemistry including stereochemistry principles, and interpret the application of reactive intermediates in chemistry.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze a wide variety of spectral data to determine an unknown molecule’s composition and structure.
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate previous scientific conclusions as they apply to a new area of investigation.
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate original scientific findings.
Admission Requirements
Fall application deadline is January 3.
Additional Documents required:
- Three Letters of Recommendation
International applicants are required to submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTEA). Successful completion of ELS 112 will also be accepted for this requirement. Additionally, Duolingo test scores will be accepted for applications through Summer 2024. Applicants of the Graduate College who have completed a previous degree (associate, bachelor’s master’s or doctorate) from a U.S. college/university or are from a country (click here for a complete list) in which instruction was delivered in English (and attended the university for at least two years) are exempt from providing these test scores.
Additionally, Duolingo test scores will be accepted for applications through Summer 2025. Applicants of the Graduate College who have completed a previous degree (associate, bachelor’s master’s or doctorate) from a U.S. college/university or are from a country (click here for a complete list) in which instruction was delivered in English (and attended the university for at least two years) are exempt from providing these test scores.
No Graduate Assistantships or Tuition Scholarships are available for the Chemistry - MS program. For those interested in pursuing a PhD in Photochemical Sciences, where financial aid is available, click here for more information.
Application Requirements
Admissions Categories and Grade Point Average Requirements
International Application Information
Degree Requirements
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