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Bachelor of Chemistry at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Chemistry is a Bachelor degree offered by The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 28, 2026.

About Bachelor of Chemistry

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at UTRGV is for those who enjoy learning about the complex ways that the elements on the periodic table combine and have a passion for research. This program will prepare you for a lucrative career in research or to pursue graduate studies in chemistry related disciplines.

Students receiving the BS Degree in Chemistry (Broadfield Major) can continue their academic studies into masters or doctoral programs in Chemistry or can use the degree to find employment as a chemist. This degree can also be combined with teacher certification work to enter a career as a secondary school teacher of chemistry. The Chemistry (Broadfield Major) degree is certified by the American Chemical Society. Some of the topics that students will explore include biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and nutritional and exercise biochemistry.

Disciplines

College of Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Chemistry at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Entry Requirements

You have decided to experience your college education in another country and UTRGV is ready to support you on this journey. We'll help make the process here as seamless as possible by guiding you through the application process and helping with academic advisement in your chosen major.

An applicant is considered an international student if the applicant meets the following conditions:

Not a citizen, permanent resident, or have an application on file to become a permanent resident of the United States, and
Will be attending UTRGV on a visa. Most international students attending UTRGV are on an F-1 student visa or a J-1 visa.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Chemistry

Possible Career Options

Use the knowledge and skills that you learn through the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at UTRGV to research and analyze substance to an anatomical level.

Chemists and Material Scientists

Analyst Chemist

Forensic Chemist

Inorganic Chemist

Medicinal Chemist

Organic Chemist

Fee Information

Application Fee 50

How to Apply

Fill out the UTRGV international application online at applytexas.org.
Pay a $50 non-refundable application fee through ApplyTexas.
Submit official scores from one of the following English Proficiency Exams unless you qualify for an exemption:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- IELTS; or
- Duolingo English Test
If you attended a foreign high school or college, you must send your transcript to get evaluated by SPANTRAN, Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA), or World Education Services (WES). SPANTRAN, FCSA, or WES are the only companies accepted by UTRGV for foreign evaluations.
For First-Year Students: Admissions Essay A or B through ApplyTexas.
For First-Year Students and Transfer students with less than 24 college hours noted on their foreign evaluation: For the 2023-2024 application cycle, UTRGV remains test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT exams and wish to send us your official scores, contact the testing agency. The UTRGV school code for ACT is 6991, and for SAT 6568.

Bachelor of Chemistry at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen