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"A lot of research takes place within the walls of Carnegie Mellon every year especially in the Mellon College of Science."
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Mellon College of Science

Chemistry

If you鈥檙e the kind that considers lab goggles an essential accessory, you鈥檒l find your place in the Department of Chemistry. Here, you鈥檒l build a solid foundation in the knowledge and theory of the discipline, and gain a firm grasp on the field鈥檚 practical, professional and ethical aspects. You鈥檒l become a scientist who can think through theories, evaluate data, apply reasoning across disciplines and design experiments 鈥� and you鈥檒l have the integrity to consider how your work will affect people and the planet, too.听

Chemistry Majors, Minor and More

Choose the path that fits you best.

Chemistry

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Minor

For scientists who like to dabble in other disciplines, the Bachelor of Arts degree program balances a strong foundation in chemistry with your choice of electives 鈥� making it an ideal option if you want to earn an additional major in another college or school.听
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The Bachelor of Science program takes a deep dive into the foundations of chemistry, combining foundational courses in organic, physical, inorganic and analytical chemistry with research-focused, instrument-intensive lab experiences. You can choose from a variety of concentrations, including:听

  • Biochemistry
  • Polymer Science
  • Colloids, Polymers and Surfaces
  • Computational Chemistry
  • Materials Chemistry
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Management

The Chemistry minor will allow you to take coursework in organic, inorganic, physical and modern chemistry along with quantitative and physical analysis.

Chemistry/Biological Chemistry

Bachelor of Science

Designed for students who want to pursue advanced studies in biological chemistry or biomedical fields, this degree balances advanced research-focused lecture courses with novel lab coursework that focuses on the drug discovery process. In this program, you鈥檒l gain a greater understanding of chemistry that branches out into the realm of the biological sciences.听

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Department of Chemistry

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Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Classes of 2023 - 2025, Six Months After Graduation

83%

Employed or in Grad School

$75,845

Average Salary

Recent Employers

National Institutes of Health

PPG

Boston Children's Hospital

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High School Course Requirements

4 years English
4 years Mathematics*
1 year Chemistry
1 year Physics
1 year Biology
2 years Foreign Language
3 electives
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*Four years of mathematics should include at least algebra, geometry, trigonometry, analytic geometry, elementary functions (pre-calculus) and preferably calculus. Advanced mathematics courses are encouraged, especially a course in calculus.

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Mix It Up

You鈥檙e not just one thing. You鈥檙e a scientist. An artist. A technologist. A maker. A writer. Carnegie Mellon听has been mixing it up for decades, and whatever you want to pursue, we鈥檝e got the right mix for you.

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