Chemistry

Chemistry is everywhere. In what we touch, what we see, what we hear, and it drives physiological processes. Chemists explore the many ways the elements combine to make something new, seeking to control these unique properties. It is more than beakers and laboratories. It is about discovering, starting at the molecular level, how the world works. As a chemistry major at USD, you will develop critical thinking and analytical skills that are crucial to obtain a job in the modern world. Our program will help you expand your interests in chemistry, make connections to coursework in other disciplines, and gain hands-on research experiences that will prepare you for success in a range of careers in science and medicine.

Our majors most often pursue three career tracks: attend graduate school in a STEM discipline, pursue professional careers in medicine, pharmacy, or dentistry, or obtain jobs in the chemical industry, medical laboratories or as teachers. The chemistry department offers degrees that will prepare you for your goals, while offering flexibility to pursue other interests in the spirit of a liberal arts education. Faculty will work with you to choose a minor, or double major, that best prepares you for your future.

Prepare yourself for a broad spectrum of careers in the chemical industry, academia, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and secondary school teaching as a chemistry major at USD.

• Official high school (secondary school) transcript with grade point average equivalent to 2.6 on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrate English language proficiency by meeting one of the following.