Chemistry Minor

The Chemistry Minor provides a solid background in Chemistry for students who pursue other major fields and careers in STEM and the health sciences.

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Chemistry – Academic Minor

Chemistry, Minor

Offered as a Secondary Discipline Minor

A minor in Chemistry consists of a year of General Chemistry plus student selection from a variety of upper division courses. The minor is open to all undergraduates except Chemistry majors, and is of particular value to students majoring in fields related to chemistry, such as biology, psychology, pre-professional programs in the health sciences and engineering. Students planning to complete requirements for a Chemistry minor must make all arrangements with their advisor as well as the chairperson of the Chemistry Department.

Degree Fit

Program Preparation

This program is designed for students preparing to enter careers in chemical research, industry, medicine, or any number of fields that require strong analytical skills, math skills, and scientific literacy. Students preparing for advanced study at the master’s or doctoral level are advised to pursue a minor which offers preparation in all areas of chemistry.

Degree Roadmap

Students establish a core foundation by completing our general chemistry sequence (CH201, 202, and 203) with corresponding labs. Students will then deepen their understanding of chemistry by enrolling in organic chemistry (CH334, 335, and 336) and Physics (Ph221, 222, and 223). Further courses provide advanced training in specific areas of instrumentation, computation and scientific communication.

Degree Integration

Many students are delighted to find that an Chemistry minor complements their major. Whether a student is getting a degree in Business, Environmental Science, or in Medical Fields, a Chemistry minor degree can enhance a wide range of field-specific studies and make a graduate more agile and competitive on the job market.

Career Path

Become a Professional

Chemistry degree holders are valued for having excellent analytical and mathematical skills. While many undergraduates pursue chemistry as a step towards obtaining professional degrees (such as medical school, veterinary school, and dental school), there exist many fulfilling and in-demand careers that can be pursued directly after graduating. Chemical professionals can be categorized into five main fields: industry, academia, government, non-profit, and entrepreneurship.

Some of the more common career paths include: