The UMass Lowell chemistry department has an approved Non-Thesis Master of Science in Chemistry (NTMC) degree. This NTMC degree ordinarily requires 30 credits with the following requirements:

A total of 18 course credits (84- or 97-prefix) must be taken within the chemistry department at University of Massachusetts Lowell.

The remaining credits may be satisfied by either additional 84- or 97- courses or by transfer of up to 12 credits from a closely related program at a domestic university, including UMass Lowell.

Note: Students who wish to pursue the NTMC degree who currently hold a B.S. or B.A. degree in chemistry or a related science, but do not have previous laboratory experience, may be required to take up to three undergraduate chemistry laboratory courses to ensure that they have sufficient laboratory skills upon completion of their NTMC degree.

Specialization is offered in biochemistry, analytical, inorganic, organic physical chemistry, and polymer science. This program provides opportunity for advanced study and research training in chemistry, both general and specialized. Provision also is made for the student to elect certain advanced subjects in related fields of mathematics, physics, and engineering.