Program(s) Available: B.A., B.S., Minor
Do you enjoy combining substances and watching how they interact with one another? Do you see your future self in a lab coat? Look no further, future Bearcat. Northwest has the perfect lab for you!
At Northwest, chemistry students gain practical laboratory experience and foundational knowledge in organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, physical chemistry and analytical chemistry. Students can choose a chemistry degree that is certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS) or emphasize in general chemistry, biochemistry or medicinal chemistry.
Minor programs in chemistry are available. A minor in chemistry teaches students the foundations of college algebra, physics and chemistry. This minor requires the completion of 24 credit hours. A minor in biochemistry teaches students the foundations of college algebra, biology and plant science. This minor requires the completion of 28 credit hours.
The general chemistry major allows students to select electives that suit their individual interests. Many students choose to double major in chemistry and another area, such as geology, agronomy or biology.
The biochemistry emphasis focuses on compounds in living systems including their composition, properties and chemical reactions, to understand the structure and function of biological systems. The cross-discipline curriculum in biology and chemistry trains students to be competitive in the rapidly expanding biotechnology field.
The medicinal chemistry emphasis focuses on the synthesis of drug substances, the influence of properties and chemical structures on drug substances, and the effect of drugs on the body. This program gives students the flexibility to tailor their curriculum to many career paths! Many students select this program if they wish to pursue pharmacy, medicine or graduate school.
The ACS-certified major in chemistry provides students with deep exposure to the many aspects of chemistry. Students are intellectually challenged and gain an appreciation for how chemistry impacts their daily lives. This nationally recognized degree is designed to prepare students for a research career.
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660.562.1388
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Chemistry with a minor in business
“The relationships I built from my campus visit alone were more than enough to make an easy decision.” — Elijah Green
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Northwest’s award-winning Dean L. Hubbard Center for Innovation features more than $3 million invested in state-of-the-art instruments that undergraduate students may access to gain profession-based experience.
Garrett-Strong Science Building offers 26 labs where students gain profession-based experience on campus. The building is the home to a synthetic cadaver, aquarium, two museums and living animals that include a hedgehog, rats, iguanas and others kept in labs.
Faculty-led research is an opportunity for undergraduate students to produce original research resulting in publishing their work and gaining valuable professional experience. This is available for students showing interest in furthering their education.
