Program Overview

Chemistry Program

The Chemistry program offers comprehensive training in the four chemistry sub-disciplines analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical and provides experience working safely in a laboratory setting.

Program Overview

With a chemistry degree, students possess an excellent foundation for careers in bioanalytical, catalysts, chemometrics, computational modeling, environmental studies, explosive detection, forensics, main group compounds, materials characterization, pharmaceutical, polymers, and separation science. Courses to expect for this major include:

• Organic Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Chemical and Spectrometric Identification of Organic Compounds
• Quantitative Analysis Laboratory

Program Details

• Department: Chemistry
• College: Arts and Sciences
• Available At: OSU Stillwater Campus
• Degree Type: Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
• Major: Chemistry Courses, 4-year Plan
• Major Options:
  • ACS Approved Courses, 4-year Plan
  • Pre-Health Courses, 4-year Plan
  • Secondary Teacher Certification Courses
• Minors: Chemistry (CHEM) Courses

Career Paths

Those interested in careers in chemistry should be creative, highly motivated, and have an aptitude for solving problems. For some areas of specialization, a background in mathematics, physics, or biology may also be essential. Graduates enjoy successful careers with a variety of employers, including:

• Industrial Labs
• Environmental Labs
• Pharmaceutical Labs
• Government Labs
• Food Quality Labs
• Material Testing Lab
• Teaching Positions
• Graduate School
• Medical School

Highlights

• Research opportunities starting freshman year with opportunities to present at conferences
• The Oklahoma Statewide Shared Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Facility provides a diverse array of magnetic resonance research capabilities for routine and advanced analysis of both solutions and solid-state samples

Related Programs

• Math & Technology majors
• Natural & Geological Sciences majors