The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology offers a broad and comprehensive program of study. A major in chemistry may be completed in several ways. Various options permit students to select an area of concentration that reflects their particular interests and career goals. Course requirements for each of the majors are available through the list of options that appears below.

A bachelor's degree in chemistry and chemical biology provides a strong basis for a wide range of careers. A firm education in a physical science makes a student especially well qualified for direct employment or for graduate and professional studies in many areas of the basic and applied sciences.