Chemistry
Why a Chemistry Degree From Le Moyne?
Chemistry is simultaneously part of your everyday life as a college student and vital to large-scale global industries and life-changing research. Brewing a cup of coffee, charging your phone, working out at the gym, curing diseases, solving crimes, creating energy, producing food and protecting the environment. Chemical reactions occur on the Heights and just about everywhere else.
Studying chemistry at Le Moyne, you’ll develop the analytical and mathematical skills to solve complex problems today. Conduct original research alongside caring faculty mentors and experiment in the lab using the very latest technology. Graduate with the skills you need to succeed in careers in forensic science, education, research, engineering and the health and pharmaceutical industries.
Hands-on Lab Experience & Advanced Research Opportunities
Le Moyne’s chemistry program is approved by the American Chemical Society and includes the study of organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry and biochemistry.
Chemistry Undergraduate Degrees
Along with the chemistry major, we offer double majors, minors and departmental honors in chemistry:
Chemistry Graduate Degrees
Le Moyne offers two 4 + 1 programs leading to B.S. and M.S. degrees through a partnership between Le Moyne and Syracuse University:
Chemistry Courses
You’ll study chemical systems, principles and theories, methods of analysis and scientific thought. Other courses explore topics like drugs, forensic investigation and energy and the environment.
Research & Scholarship Opportunities
Chemistry students work regularly with Le Moyne faculty on research throughout the academic year and over the summer. Building relationships with faculty can be key to learning about these opportunities. Also, check out scholarships to fund time devoted to research.
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Helping You Succeed
Le Moyne is home to several groups supporting students in STEM. Check out Stempower and CSTEP for more information.
CSTEP for STEM CareersThe interests and expertise of Le Moyne’s chemistry faculty include organic chemistry (particularly synthesis), biochemical and drug development case studies and dimerization of histone-derived antimicrobial peptides (HDAPs), to name a few.
Chemistry Careers & Median Salaries
$103,810 Biochemist
$106,260 Chemical Engineer
$78,770 Chemistry Teacher
$76,480 Environmental Consultant
$72,244 Forensic Scientist
$103,810 Biochemist
$106,260 Chemical Engineer
$78,770 Chemistry Teacher
$76,480 Environmental Consultant
$72,244 Forensic Scientist
The strength of the Chemistry Department stems from its amazing faculty. The professors truly care about their students and want nothing more but to see every single student succeed.”
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