The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Chemistry, a non-thesis option is aimed at students who do not wish to pursue laboratory research or unable to pursue laboratory research due to their work related issues. The M.A. in Chemistry is a non-thesis program that permits students to design programs of study, in consultation with the program advisor, that are compatible with the individual’s goals and ambitions. The program is intended to be flexible; elective course work may be drawn from Chemistry, Science Education, Business, Geological and Environmental Sciences or Biological Sciences, among others.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements are the same as those prescribed by the Graduate College. Application must be made both to the Office of Admissions, Graduate Admissions; and to the Department of Chemistry. Prospective students are required to take the GRE general test. International students may be asked to take a test of spoken English proficiency based upon application materials and references. Three letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources should accompany the application. Application materials, including GPA, official transcripts, GRE scores, and letters of recommendation will be used in the determination of admission. Financial support through the Chemistry Department is NOT available to students in this program.