• The overall mission of the chemistry graduate degree program is to train and mentor students as responsible scientists and scientifically literate professionals, involving them in all aspects of chemistry and the global chemical enterprise. The department offers Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. The major portion of the graduate degree involves dissertation research, typically specializing in one of many different areas of chemistry and related sciences. 
  • Graduate students complete a program of study consisting of formal courses designed to give a broad background of knowledge, while allowing specialization in one area. The student typically chooses a research advisor by the end of the first semester in residence and at least two additional faculty members as an advisory committee by the end of the second semester in residence.