About

Overview The Chemistry program at Benedictine University students will have not only gained technical skills but also the broad knowledge associated with a liberal arts education. A major in Chemistry at Benedictine prepares students for the technical skills and knowledge that are required to enter graduate or professional school and obtain a job in the chemical industry.Key FactsThe BS in Chemistry program is approved by the American Chemistry Society (ACS).All Benedictine University Chemistry faculty members have a Ph.D. in one of the five major areas of chemistry, including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry and biochemistry.Chemistry students use modern instruments and tools either in classroom laboratories or research laboratories. In-house instruments include a new 300-megahertz nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer, several instruments capable of performing optical spectroscopy in order to observe real-time chemical reactions via kinetic analyses, an atomic absorption spectrometer, electrochemical work stations, gas and liquid chromatographs, an inert atmosphere dry glove-box with a solvent purification system and infrared and ultraviolet/visible spectrophotometers. Students also utilize specialized software and hardware capable of performing state-of-the-art electronic structure calculations to simulate chemical systems.All Chemistry students perform current and advanced chemical research that may be published in peer-reviewed journals.The Benedictine University student chapter of the ACS has received national awards and has been recognized as an outstanding chapter multiple times.Chemistry research students have presented their results at national ACS meetings and other regional and local meetings in the Chicago area.Benedictine University’s proximity to Chicago gives students access to internships at numerous facilities off campus, such as Argonne National Laboratory, the DuPage County Forensic Science Center, Nalco, BP and other industrial, academic and government laboratories.The Birck Hall of Science is properly equipped with research and classroom laboratory space and modern equipment.Students have the opportunity to perform research during the summer months in our Natural Science Summer Student Research Program. I want to find another Bachelor Course

The Chemistry program at Benedictine University is about the science of matter and its interactions. Anything that can be felt, seen, smelled, tasted and heard has something to do with chemicals. Career options with a chemistry degree are extensive. They range from working on cures for diseases and protecting our environment to making cosmetics and researching renewable energy sources.

Disciplines

ChemistryBiochemistry

Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Other Requirements

1Apply to Benedictine UniversityTranscripts and Test Scores for International StudentsA personal statementA high school guidance counselor letter of recommendationSeventh semester transcripts

Chemistry

Chemistry

About

Disciplines

Requirements

English Requirements

Other Requirements

Fee Information

Chemistry

Benedictine University