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From Molecules to Mastery

At Fredonia, chemistry is more than a subject—it’s a pathway to endless possibilities. Whether you're interested in industrial careers, research, or further education, our Chemistry program equips you with both a solid foundation in the sciences and hands-on experience. With small class sizes, cutting-edge labs, and dedicated faculty, you'll get the best of both worlds: in-depth learning and real-world research opportunities.

What You’ll Gain

  • Comprehensive Knowledge: A broad-based education in general, organic, analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, and physical chemistry that prepares you for a range of professional and academic pursuits.
  • Hands-On Experience: Engage in undergraduate research, gaining practical experience working alongside faculty on publishable projects throughout your junior and senior years.
  • National Recognition: Take national standardized ACS exams in core courses—Fredonia students consistently outperform the national average.
  • Career Readiness: Choose from two program tracks designed to prepare you for careers in industry, government, secondary education, or to pursue advanced degrees.
  • Faculty Mentorship: Benefit from close interaction with experienced faculty, ensuring personal attention and professional guidance throughout your academic journey.

Career Opportunities for Chemistry

  • Applied Research Scientist
  • Hazardous Waste Manager
  • Environmental Chemist
  • Patent Attorney
  • Public Health Leader
  • Biochemist
  • Industrial Chemist
  • Materials Scientist
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher
  • Research & Development Manager
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What does a 4-year degree look like?

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What are all the required and elective courses offered to obtain this degree?

CHEM 462 Inorganic Chemistry

Topics include introduction to molecular symmetry and group theory. Discussions of electronic structure of atoms and their periodic properties followed by detailed considerations of ionic and covalent bonding.

CHEM 465 Advanced Experimental Biochemistry

State-of-the art biochemical and molecular techniques are taught within the hands-on, laboratory-based course.

CHEM 481 Medicinal Chemistry

This course is intended to teach you the introductory topics in medicinal chemistry from an organic chemistry point of view. You will learn how drugs are discovered but just as importantly modified to improve their potency but at the same time reduce their toxicity. Drug metabolism will be introduced and approaches to how organic drug candidates can be synthesized will be covered as well.

Why Chemistry at Fredonia?

$2M Upgrade

Master state-of-the-art gear in our upgraded labs. Graduate job-ready and tech-savvy.

Impactful Undergrad Research

Conduct real-world studies with expert faculty. Your ticket to top-tier grad schools.

Year-Round Edge

Funded research keeps your skills sharp. Turn summer breaks into career breakthroughs.

Medical Scientists

Medical scientists conduct research aimed at improving overall human health.

  • Median Salary: $100,890 per year
  • Job Outlook 2023-2033: 11% growth
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Doctoral degree

Chemists and Materials Scientists

Chemists and materials scientists research and analyze the chemical properties of substances to develop new materials, products, or knowledge.

  • Median Salary: $87,180 per year
  • Job Outlook 2023-2033: 8% growth
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Natural Sciences Managers

Natural sciences managers plan, supervise, or coordinate research and other activities in fields such as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and statistics.

  • Median Salary: $157,740 per year
  • Job Outlook 2023-2033: 8% growth
  • Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree
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