A degree in chemistry or biochemistry enables a student to pursue a wide variety of careers: in research, production, sales, management, and teaching. These degrees are also an excellent preparation for professional studies in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, optometry, pharmacology, pharmacy, and law.  A total of 146 undergraduate students are studying Chemistry or Biochemistry as their primary major. Of these, 21% are white and 79% are from other ethnic backgrounds. There are five divisions of chemistry – Analytical, Biochemistry,  Inorganic, Organic, and Physical. We have a total of 20 active faculty members Chemistry majors who have completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree may receive American Chemical Society certification if they take one additional one-semester course which includes 1 credit of laboratory.Our Mission

• To improve our national recognition to match the quality of our program and to be a valuable resource to our state and community through service and outreach activities.
• To be one of the finest Graduate and undergraduate teaching and research programs in  the area of chemistry and biochemistry in the nation, and particularly in the southwest.
• To be a leading place for faculty and students to come together and indulge in the passion of learning and discovery in a very supportive and stimulating atmosphere.