Chemistry - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
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Program Overview
University of Toledo Chemistry Program
The University of Toledo's Chemistry program is a cornerstone of the natural sciences, preparing students for a future in graduate studies, chemical research, or teaching. The undergraduate program in chemistry offers hands-on training with advanced instrumentation in modern research facilities.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry is a mathematically rigorous program that meets the standards set by the American Chemical Society. It is designed for students who want to pursue graduate school, become professional chemists, or find jobs in laboratories in the chemical, pharmaceutical, clinical, and allied professional industries.
Chemistry Bachelor's Degree Concentrations
- Materials Chemistry
Top Reasons to Study Chemistry
- Choose your path: Major or minor in Chemistry, or enroll in a dual-degree program in biology or chemical engineering.
- State-of-the-art labs and technology: The recently renovated Bowman-Oddy/Wolfe Hall complex has an instrumentation center and a variety of labs.
- Study the latest chemistry topics: UToledo's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry exposes undergraduates to exciting specialty areas in chemistry through the new School of Green Chemistry and Engineering.
- Networking: UToledo's bachelor of science in Chemistry is certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS), a professional organization for chemical scientists.
- Award-winning faculty: Faculty has been lauded for teaching, research, and service to the profession and UToledo.
Career Opportunities
Many students who earn a bachelor's degree in Chemistry go on to graduate programs or professional schools before entering the workforce. UToledo Chemistry alumni have been accepted to some of the nation's top graduate and medical schools. Employers value UToledo graduates for their practical lab and research experience. Chemists work in chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries; clinical or allied professional settings; and related fields, such as patent law, business, and sales.
Hands-on Learning Opportunities
- Internships: Finding an internship is easy thanks to UToledo's robust community partnerships with companies and organizations around the region.
- Research: Work alongside faculty and graduate students on federally funded research projects that can lead to publications in scientific journals.
- Study Abroad: Travel, experience new cultures, and meet new people all while earning college credit.
- Rocket Kids Semester: The Rocket Kids program offers University students a fall, spring, or summer semester internship providing recreational programming to U.S. military youth while experiencing the world in locations such as Germany, Italy, Belgium, and The Netherlands.
- On-campus and Part-time Jobs: Learn skills that prepare you for a career after graduation, build your resume, and earn money.
- Student Organizations: UToledo has 400+ student organizations that will help you make friends, build your resume, network, be a leader, serve your community, and have fun.
Tuition and Scholarships
Most new students don't pay full price. 94% of new UToledo students receive scholarships or other state and federal aid. The average cost for full-time students per year is $13,305 for tuition and fees, with additional costs for books, lab/college/program fees, parking, or health insurance premiums.
Honors College
The Jesup Scott Honors College at The University of Toledo offers its best and brightest students the resources and opportunities needed to unlock their fullest potential. Honors students take unique Honors classes taught by dedicated Honors faculty and complete an Honors thesis or capstone project in their major, earning the Honors medallion at graduation within their normal program of study.