Waukesha, USA
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
Brewing a bottle of beer, fashioning stronger building materials, analyzing clues left at a crime scene, monitoring contaminants in the environment, creating new medications to fight disease—these are all examples of chemistry in action. Investigation. Research. Developing an understanding of the intricacies of the basic building blocks of life. The study of chemistry is an invitation to explore the wonders of the world in its most elemental state.
Carroll University’s chemistry program offers courses in the basic areas of inorganic, organic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry, which are supplemented by industrial internships, studies in laboratory safety and health, and opportunities for independent research.
Our students have opportunities to engage in scholarly research projects on campus during the semester or can also work one-on-one with a professor to create and conduct Pioneer Scholars projects over the summer. Students may also apply to participate in a 12-week research program at the prestigious University of Strathclyde in Scotland. Whether you’re headed for post-college employment or considering graduate studies, the hands-on research opportunities you’ll get will give you an advantage. Our students have moved on to positions at state crime labs and top research graduate programs around the country. They have also started careers at Dow Chemical, Covance, Abbot Laboratories the Millipore-Sigma Chemical Company, among other industry giants.
Our program is approved by the Committee on Professional Training of the American Chemical Society, guaranteeing faculty, curriculum, and instrumentation necessary for top-quality undergraduate education.
The student affiliate chapter of the American Chemical Society hosts guest lecturers and field trips and provides student mentoring. Students can present research projects at regional and national American Chemical Society meetings.
Become a Science Teacher
Pairing the chemistry major with Carroll’s secondary education major can lead to certification by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to teach science in high school and middle school. Your coursework will prepare you to teach courses in chemistry, while your emphasis coursework will prepare you to teach across science disciplines, which will make you more versatile in your school setting.
Emphases/Minor
Chemistry majors are required to choose one of the following emphases. In addition to the major, Carroll offers a minor in chemistry that complements many areas of study.
- ACS-Approved Emphasis
- Forensic Science Emphasis
- Forensic Science Professional Emphasis
- Liberal Arts Emphasis
- Chemistry Minor
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the chemistry major, students will:
- Understand the basic definitions, concepts, and relationships of chemistry.
- Develop advanced skills in evaluating library searches for primary literature.
- Understand fundamental laboratory analyses and safety protocols.
- Perform quantitative and qualitative scientific analyses.
- Understand the basic theory and use of modern instrumentation.
- Use computers for chemical applications including technical writing, modeling, data collecting and processing, and database searching.
- Prepare effective written scientific reports and oral presentations for professional audiences.
- Work cooperatively in problem-solving situations.
- Understand the benefits and problems of modern chemistry for our society.
Recognizing the individuality of students and that chemistry can be strong preparation for a variety of careers, the program offers two majors, chemistry and biochemistry, each with multiple emphases. Each of these majors offers courses in the basic areas of inorganic, organic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry, and can be supplemented by special opportunities such as industrial internships and independent research. Modern scientific instrumentation is available and incorporated into all courses of the curriculum. Students are encouraged to consult with chemistry and biochemistry faculty about the various emphases and opportunities associated with each. Students must complete core courses, required support courses, and the requirements for the emphasis.
Scholarships and Funding
The University participates in three types of financial aid programs for its International students: scholarships, grants, and employment.
Scholarships
Carroll University offers completive scholarships for international undergraduate students. 100 percent of Carroll University students receive scholarship assistance, which helps them find a balance between studies, work, and extra-curricular activities. Scholarships play a key role in maintaining Carroll's accessibility for all students. On average our international scholarship covers 45-55% of the cost of attendance for full-time undergraduate students.
Grants
Grants are awarded based upon a student’s demonstrated financial need in addition to the guaranteed International scholarship. Like scholarships, grants are considered gift aid that does not need to be repaid.
Student Employment
University employment opportunities allow students to work part-time on campus, earn an hourly wage and receive a monthly paycheck while attending Carroll. Students may work from approximately five to fourteen hours each week. The number of hours a student may work depends upon the student’s financial aid award. International students get awarded an average of $2,000-$2,500 in university employment grants every year.
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Career Opportunities
Our majors pursue careers in:
- Analytical, biochemical, organic, geochemistry, inorganic, physical or polymer chemistry
- Environmental analysis
- Research
- Healthcare
- Pharmacy
- Medicine
- Education
- Business
- Technical writing
- Law
- Information technology
Our graduates are employed at organizations such as:
- Sigma-Aldrich Chemical Co.
- Dow Chemical Co.
- Abbott Laboratories
- Wisconsin Crime Lab.
- Argonne National Laboratory
- Pfizer Chemical
- Covance Labs
- Cosford Consulting
- GlaxoSmithKline
- PPD, Inc.
- Brady Corporation
Types of employers for chemistry graduates:
- Medical centers
- Government agencies and laboratories
- Research organizations
- Educational institutions
- Foundation or nonprofit organizations
- Industrial and manufacturing firms
Example job titles of graduates with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry:
- Technologist
- Laboratory technician
- Associate scientist
- Lab assistant
- Research assistant
- Associate chemist
- Lab aide
Our students have gone on to pursue graduate degrees at:
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
- University of Connecticut
- University of Minnesota
- Columbia University
- University of Chicago
- Bowling Green University
- Arkansas State University
- University of Colorado-Boulder
- Ohio State University
Curriculum
Core Courses
- CHE 109 - Principles of Chemistry I 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 109L - Principles of Chemistry I Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 110 - Principles of Chemistry II 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 110L - Principles of Chemistry II - Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 201 - Analytical Chemistry 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 201L - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 203 - Organic Chemistry I 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 203L - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 204 - Organic Chemistry II 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 204L - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 303 - Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 303L - Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 304 - Thermodynamics and Kinetics 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 304L - Thermodynamics and Kinetics Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 308 - Biochemistry I 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 308L - Biochemistry I Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 401 - Advanced Chemical Analysis and Instrumentation 4 Hour(s)
- CHE 401L - Advanced Chemical Analysis and Instrumentation Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- CHE 301 - Capstone - Modern Chemistry I 2 Hour(s)
- CHE 402 - Capstone - Modern Chemistry 2 Hour(s)
- CHE 402L - Capstone - Modern Chemistry Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
Required Support Courses:
- MAT 160 - Calculus I 4 Hour(s)
- MAT 160L - Calculus I - Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- MAT 161 - Calculus II 4 Hour(s)
- MAT 161L - Calculus II - Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
- PHY 203 - General Physics I 4 Hour(s)
- PHY 203L - General Physics I Laboratory 0 Hour(s)
Emphasis
Students must complete all core requirements and one of the emphases below.
- Liberal Arts Emphasis
- American Chemistry Society Approved Emphasis
- Forensic Science Emphasis
- Forensic Science Professional Emphasis
Bachelor of Science Requirements
The requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree are:
- CMP 112 - Computational Thinking I 4 Hour(s)
- CMP 114 - Computational Thinking II - Statistical Analysis Emphasis 4 Hour(s) or
- MAT 140 - Calculus and Its Applications 4 Hour(s) or higher
- CSC 110 - Problem-Solving through Programming 4 Hour(s) or higher
- ENG 170 - Writing Seminar 4 Hour(s)
- Degree requirements cannot be waived.
Note: Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major
Internships
We help you build real-world experience, explore careers, and network with professionals through internship opportunities. Recent placements include the following companies:
- Brady Corporation
- Sigma-Aldrich Corporation
- S.C. Johnson
- Essential Industries
- Hydrite Chemical
- Abbott Laboratories
- Bostik Inc.
- American Red Cross of the Northeast
- Gundersen Lutheran
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