Biology & Chemistry
For Peyton, going into a science-related field was something she always knew she'd do. A poor test grade in one of her required courses only fueled her passion.
Understanding of the nature of matter
Chemistry touches multiple facets of life.
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ prepares graduates from its chemistry program to lead a new era of scientific advancements. Students are encouraged to follow their passions and pursue a concentration in either forensics or pre-med as part of this BA in Chemistry degree program.
Grounded in an understanding of the nature of matter, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½’s chemistry majors are prepared to conserve and enhance our world.
Chemistry Lab Renovation (3:03)
Our students take classes, study, and perform research in our cutting-edge, state-of-the-art chemistry laboratories.
Curriculum
Immersive, hands-on learning experience.
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½'s award-winning faculty guide student research in our cutting-edge, 24-hour laboratories. A fire-breathing chemistry professor, engaging curriculum, research opportunities and our caring, close-knit campus culture are highlights of the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ chemistry program.
Concentrations include:
- Forensics
- Pre-Med
The study of chemistry provides a firm foundation for many other subjects and can give you an advantage when it comes to searching for and finding a job or applying to graduate school or a professional school.
Monica Steffen '18
Biology, Biochemistry
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ gave Monica the confidence and skills needed to attend graduate school and become a veterinarian.
Careers in chemistry
Studying chemistry helps you understand how the world works.
Graduates of Ä¢¹½´«Ã½’s chemistry program often continue their education and earn advanced degrees in dentistry, medicine, optometry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, or physician's assistant.
A chemistry degree is excellent preparation for a wide variety of career goals, such as:
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Medicine (MD or DO)
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Dentistry
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Pharmacy
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Veterinary Medicine
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Physician's Assistant (PA)
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Graduate school in chemistry or chemical engineering
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Industrial research careers
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Quality Assurance and Control
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Formulations chemistry
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Forensic science/criminal investigations
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Pharmaceutical, biological, chemical, or technical sales or support
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Patent and Intellectual Property Law
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Medical/Clinical laboratory
What are the next steps?
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ offers competitive tuition and generous scholarships.
We also encourage all students to apply for federal, state, and other kinds of financial assistance.
Learn more about:
- Ä¢¹½´«Ã½-offered scholarships
- Tuition reimbursement from employers
- 10% tuition discount for employees of partner organizations
- Veterans benefits
We make it easy by accepting applications year-round! No deadline, no fee, no pressure.
- Create your
- Apply under standard admissions criteria or go "test optional"
- Request official transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Mail to:
* Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Admissions
1330 Elmhurst Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
* If you are applying for an accelerated program, please mail to "Accelerated Ä¢¹½´«Ã½"
For more detailed instructions on how to apply, see our Admissions page.