Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Greenville, USA
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 36,364 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* additional fees apply for international students: services fee $1000 | medical insurance $1600
Key Summary
Chemistry students at Thiel College are curious about the world around them. When you study chemistry at Thiel, you will discover what matter is made of and how it behaves using a mix of classroom instruction and lab experience. You'll learn all of the major chemistry disciplines in small class size with personal attention from our distinguished faculty.
Major Features
- Learn how matter behaves right down to the atomic level.
- Work individually with professors and gain experience as lab assistants.
- Take advantage of internship and job opportunities.
- Participate in study abroad programs that can take you as far as Australia or South Korea.
- Earn science and chemistry-related scholarships.
A student who graduates from Thiel College with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry will:
- possess scientific literacy and problem-solving skills associated with the main branches of chemistry: analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, physical, and environmental;
- be able to conduct an internal or external research project;
- be prepared for employment in a chemistry-related field or matriculation into graduate or professional programs including medical, dental, or veterinary schools;
- demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Major Requirements
The major in chemistry consists of all the courses in Sections A and C, one course from Section B, and one from Section D:
Section A
- CHEM 140 General Chemistry I
- CHEM 160 General Chemistry II
- CHEM 200 Organic Chemistry I
- CHEM 210 Organic Chemistry II
- CHEM 240 Quantitative Analysis
- CHEM 315 Physical Chemistry—Fundamentals
- CHEM 345 Biochemistry I
- CHEM 370 Instrumental Analysis
- CHEM 405 Junior Seminar
- CHEM 406 Capstone
- CHEM 495 Independent Study
Section B
- CHEM 325 Physical Chemistry-Applications
- CHEM 390 Inorganic Chemistry
Section C
- Math 181 Calculus I
- Math 182 Calculus II
- PHYS 174 Introductory Physics I
- PHYS 184 Introductory Physics II
Section D
- CHEM 410 Advanced Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM 415 Biological Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM 420 Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry
- CHEM 430 Advanced Topics in Environmental Chemistry
- CHEM 440 Advanced Topics in Biochemistry
- CHEM 450 Advanced Topics in Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 465 Advanced Topics in Analytical Chemistry
Students planning to be professional chemists are encouraged to take more than the minimum coursework in physics and mathematics.
Suggested first year schedule for all chemistry majors (includes Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Veterinary, B.S. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Environmental Chemistry):
First Year, Fall
- CHEM 140 General Chemistry I
- MATH 181 Calculus I
- ENG 101 College Writing
- SEMS 110 Introduction to Seminar
- Electives
First Year, Spring
- CHEM 160 General Chemistry II
- MATH 182 Calculus II
- INDS 101 Presentational Literacy
- Core Elective
- Elective
Students needing more preparation in mathematics are advised to take MATH 107 College Algebra in the fall; CHEM 140 and MATH 142 Precalculus in the spring; and CHEM 160 and MATH 181 in the fall semester of the second year.
Students with exceptionally strong math/science backgrounds should consult with the chemistry department before registering.
Studying chemistry at Thiel College opens up a world of opportunities! Chemists work in a wide range of professional fields such as industry, academia, government, and non-profits. A Thiel chemistry degree prepares you for work such as:
- Research Scientist: Conduct research and publish findings, participate in professional conferences and write grant proposals. The median salary is $77,406.*
- Analytical Chemist: Work to determine the chemical makeup of a variety of substances, both organic and inorganic. The median salary is $55,595.*
- Quality Assurance Analyst: Test products to ensure that they meet the standards that make products reliable, functional, and user-friendly. The median salary is $53, 800.*
- Chemical Engineer: Develop raw materials into a range of useful products such as petrochemicals, medicine, and plastics. The median salary is $102,160 per year.**
- Pharmacist: Dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions, conduct health and wellness screenings, and provide immunizations. The median salary is $124,170 per year.**
*Job and salary information from www.payscale.com
**Bureau of Labor Statistics
Scholarship Opportunities
Thiel College offers scholarships to students for reasons such as academic success, community service or involvement, exemplary leadership, and more! The scholarships available to chemistry majors are:
- Marion G. Resch Science Scholarship at Thiel College
- Bennett-Heald-Safford Endowed Scholarship Fund
- Dr. Florence West Tribute to Dr. Bly
- The Dr. Judith A Crissman '64 Endowed Scholarship Fund
- The William B. Frank Minority Scholarship in the Physical Sciences
- Emil A. Lucas Chemistry Scholarship
- The Maenpa Family Biotechnology Endowed Scholarship Fund at Thiel College
- Elizabeth McElhaney Scholarship
- J. Scott Morrison Endowment for Science and Religion
- Paul H. Ralston Chemistry Award Fund
- Charles E. Rogers ’36 and Ruth G. Rogers Education Scholarship
- The Charles ’57 and Edna Semroc Scholarship Fund
- Arthur E. Smith Scholarship Fund
- Ruth Staudenmayer, R.N. Memorial Scholarship
- TWC Amelia Earhart Scholarship
- Irene Wintersteen Memorial Science Scholarship
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