Chemistry

Virginia Wesleyan College

United States of America, Virginia Beach

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Virginia Wesleyan College

United States of America , Virginia Beach

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-Sep-2023 8-Jun-2024

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 36,010 / year

Apply Date 8-Jun-2024

Next Intake 8-Sep-2023

Chemistry

About

Chemistry, a vital component of the liberal arts curriculum, is an integral part of modern life from the substances we use like food, fuels, plastics, and pharmaceuticals to the processes used in important industries such as power plants, medical diagnostics, and manufacturing. Chemists use the scientific method in their pursuit to understand the physical and chemical properties of matter. The Chemistry Department provides a learning environment for students to engage in the study of empirical principles; to develop analytical and problem-solving skills; to acquire the laboratory skills necessary to design, perform, and evaluate experiments; and to become skilled at organization, evaluation, and presentation of the concepts of chemistry. Students are encouraged to approach the chemical sciences from quantitative, descriptive and historical perspectives, to experience them within the context of the physical and life sciences, and to make connections to the world around them.

Chemistry majors gain knowledge of chemical analysis, synthesis, and theory while acquiring competence in laboratory techniques, the use of chemical instrumentation, computer skills, written and oral communication, and effective use of the professional literature.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

First-year students and first-semester transfer students are counseled by their advisors according to their past record as to whether they should limit their registration to three or four courses during their first semester at Virginia Wesleyan.
The maximum academic credit load for a student on academic probation is 16 semester hours.
Any student with a cumulative grade point average of less than 2.0 is limited to 16 semester hours.
Any student with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above is limited to 18 semester hours.
All semester hours of “Incomplete” from the previous term (counting summer and January Term as a term) are considered part of the student’s academic load.

English Program Requirements

Application completed and signed
Official transcripts from each college or university attended, sent directly from that institution to VWU. If the college or university is located outside of the United States, the applicant must provide an official transcript evaluation report. Applicants are advised to use World Educational Services (WES). The University also accepts evaluation reports from current members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
All international students whose native language is not English must submit proof of English proficiency. Applicants may do so by providing official English-language proficiency test scores with the following scores:
- Minimum of 550 on the TOEFL written test or 80 on the Internet-based exam
- Minimum of 6.5 on the IELTS exam
- Minimum of 58 on the PTE exam
Completed Financial Disclosure Form

Career

A chemistry degree will prepare you for graduate work in chemistry or biochemistry, as well as internships and careers in industry, research, pharmaceuticals, education, environmental science, forensic science, medicine, and medical technology. Chemistry students are encouraged to seek research experiences or intense internships in the field as part of their overall curriculum. VWC helps students find such opportunities through a strong network of organizations and companies throughout the region. These serve not only to provide critical learning experiences for students, but often serve as springboards to careers after graduation.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 36,010 / year

How to Apply

Create your account
Submit your application
Submit the following documents:
- First-Year Students Required Documents: Official High School Transcript and SAT or ACT Test Score
  Please note that we are test-optional for start terms Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022, and Spring 2023
- Transfer and Graduate Required Documents: Official Transcript(s) from all colleges / universities attended