Chemistry, B.S. to M.S. - Accelerated

Motivated students who are accepted into this program will begin taking graduate-level Chemistry courses during their senior year in order to complete their B.S. and M.S. in Chemistry in five years.

About USJ’s Accelerated Master of Science in Chemistry program:

• You will complete six credits of graduate work prior to graduating with your B.S. degree. These graduate credits CANNOT be counted toward the 120 credits needed for the B.S. degree.
• Upon completion of the B.S. degree, you may apply for matriculation into the Chemistry graduate program.
• During the summer following completion of the B.S. degree, a six- to nine-credit internship must be completed. The remaining 12-15 credits are completed as coursework and research during the summer, fall and spring of the fifth year.
• Successful completion of a comprehensive exam is also required for this accelerated M.S. degree.
• By successfully completing this program, you will enhance your potential for acceptance into doctoral programs and for careers in teaching, industry, and business.