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Chemistry majors will gain an understanding of the structure of atoms and molecules, properties of materials, and the reactions that convert one molecule or material to another. The chemistry major prepares students to think critically and quantitatively, reason scientifically, and to understand the experimental methods, techniques, and instrumentation used in chemistry. Students have the opportunity to gain relevant research experience on campus.
Career Opportunities
Chemical Technician
$
53,700
Chemical technicians assist scientists with higher degrees (PhDs); working in labs to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials.
Chemist
$
86,410
Chemists perform qualitative and quantitative analyses on compounds. This job may require additional schooling.
Materials Scientist
$
104,450
Materials scientists study natural, synthetic, or composite materials to determine how to manipulate them for desired traits. This job may require additional schooling.
