  {"id":4609,"date":"2025-08-29T10:51:02","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T14:51:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/?post_type=program-page&#038;p=4609"},"modified":"2025-10-23T14:03:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T18:03:45","slug":"bs-chemistry","status":"publish","type":"program-page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/bs-chemistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Chemistry"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='program-hero'><div class='top-part'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><div class='content-area'><h1 id=\"content-start\">Chemistry<\/h1><p class=\"program-info\"><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?degree_type=bs\">BS<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=major\">Major<\/a>, <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=minor\">Minor<\/a><\/p><div class='image-holder'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/08\/112916_bs-chemistry-hero.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/08\/112916_bs-chemistry-hero.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"A professor and a student smiling while checking observations in a chemistry lab\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='bottom-part'><div class='wrapper'><div class='content-area'>\n<p>The BS in Chemistry builds your foundation in chemical principles, experimental techniques, and analytical thinking\u2014skills essential for success in science, industry, and health professions. You\u2019ll gain hands-on experience in modern teaching labs, using instrumentation for organic, physical, analytical, and inorganic chemistry. All instruction follows green chemistry principles and emphasizes safety, sustainability, and real-world application.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also have opportunities to participate in faculty-mentored research, collaborate on interdisciplinary projects, and apply for internships in New Jersey\u2019s vibrant life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. By completing the appropriate sequence of courses, you can earn American Chemical Society (ACS) Certification\u2014a valuable credential for your resume or graduate school applications.<\/p>\n<p>Our department is committed to creating a stimulating, supportive environment where you can grow as a scientist and pursue your goals. Whether you\u2019re interested in medicine, pharmacology, education, chemical sales or chemical engineering, this program gives you the knowledge and experience to take the next step.<\/p>\n<p>The program is <strong>STEM-designated<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/portal\/admissions\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/register\/inquire\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><aside><p><strong>Program Format<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=in-person\">In-person<\/a><\/p><p><strong>College or School<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?college=csam\">College of Science and Mathematics<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Area of Study<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?area_of_study=health-medicine-and-the-sciences\">Health, Medicine and the Sciences<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Concentrations Offered<\/strong><br \/>General Concentration; Business<\/p><p><strong>Cost Information<\/strong><br \/>In-state tuition is just <strong>$7,839<\/strong> per semester. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/tuition-and-fees\/undergraduate-costs\/\">Undergraduate Cost of Attendance<\/a><\/p><p><span class='prpl-button full-width'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/admissions\/visit-us\/\">Visit Us<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Chemistry Program Concentrations &amp; Minor<\/h2>\n<p>With concentrations in General Chemistry or Business, you can tailor the degree to your goals\u2014whether pursuing research, teaching, or roles in pharmaceutical or industrial sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">General Concentration<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>This flexible concentration offers a comprehensive education in chemistry, covering core areas such as organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. You\u2019ll be prepared for a career in research, quality control, or laboratory science, and for graduate or professional study.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/chemistry-bs\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Business Concentration<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>This concentration integrates chemistry with business principles to prepare you for roles in pharmaceutical sales, product management, operations, or industrial chemistry. Courses include business foundations alongside core chemistry requirements. You are eligible to apply for this program after your freshman year if you have a GPA of 2.7 or higher.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/chemistry-business-concentration-bs\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Minor in Chemistry<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>If you\u2019re majoring in another discipline but want a solid foundation in chemistry, the Chemistry Minor is a great option. Starting with General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, you\u2019ll strengthen your qualifications for graduate programs or technical careers that value lab skills and chemical literacy. From there, you\u2019ll choose 5\u20136 credits of upper-level electives, such as Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Inorganic Chemistry, to deepen your knowledge. This 24-credit minor pairs well with majors in data science, biology, physics, engineering, environmental science, or health-related fields.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/chemistry-minor\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Teacher Certification &amp; Dual Degrees<\/h2>\n<p>Pursue a pathway to teacher certification or apply for an accelerated combined degree to earn your bachelor\u2019s and master\u2019s in less time.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Chemistry with Teacher Certification &lpar;Preschool- Grade 12&rpar;<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in becoming a certified chemistry teacher, you\u2019ll need to apply to the Teacher Education Program. Once accepted, you\u2019ll add a second major in Secondary Education. The program includes a sequence of professional education courses, fieldwork, and the required course <em>SASE 402: Methods of Teaching Science in Secondary Schools<\/em>. When you graduate, you\u2019ll be prepared to teach high school level chemistry.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/teacher-certification-chemistry-preschool-grade-12-bs\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">B&period;S&period;&sol;M&period;S&period; in Chemistry<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>This accelerated five-year program lets you earn both your bachelor\u2019s and master\u2019s degrees in chemistry. You\u2019ll begin graduate-level coursework during your senior year, giving you a head start on advanced roles in research, industry, or future academic work.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/chemistry-bs-ms\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Combined Chemistry B&period;S&period;&sol; M&period;A&period;T&period; Teaching with Teacher Certification in Chemistry &lpar;Preschool- Grade 12&rpar; and Teacher of Students with Disabilities<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>In this combined program, you\u2019ll earn a BS in Chemistry and a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) with certification in both general and special education. You\u2019ll complete education courses, fieldwork, and student teaching alongside your chemistry coursework. It\u2019s a great option if you\u2019re passionate about inclusive STEM education.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/teacher-certification-chemistry-preschool-grade-12-students-disabilities-combined-bs-mat\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>ACS Certification Option<\/h2>\n<p>Our undergraduate programs meet the criteria established by the American Chemical Society (ACS), allowing you to complete the proper sequence of courses to receive ACS Certification.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acs.org\" target=\"_blank\">American Chemical Society<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"program-contact-band\"><div class=\"background-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<h2>Questions? We&#8217;re Here to Help.<\/h2>\n<p>For more information about the Chemistry major, advising, or research opportunities, please contact the department or admissions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-card-holder\"><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/admissions\/\">Office of Undergraduate Admissions<\/a><\/p>The office of Undergraduate Admissions will guide you every step of the way on your journey from learning about the University and its offerings, to applying for a program through to acceptance and enrollment.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:msuadm@montclair.edu\">msuadm@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-4444\">973-655-4444<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>Susan A. Cole Hall, Suite 100<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/chemistry-biochemistry\/\">Chemistry and Biochemistry Department<\/a><\/p>The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is dedicated to teaching in a stimulating environment with ample opportunities for hands-on experimentation and individual research. We aim to prepare motivated individuals for careers or advanced studies in chemistry, biochemistry and chemistry-based sciences. <\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:chemadvising@montclair.edu\">chemadvising@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-5140\">973-655-5140<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>Richardson Hall, Room 356<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin next-steps\">\n\t<div class=\"text-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"prpl-row\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next-steps-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Next Steps<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Wherever you learn\u2014on campus or online\u2014ÌÇÐÄvlog offers the programs, community and support to help you reach your goals. Take the next step today.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/apply-to-montclair-state\/\" class=\"program-sock\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/request-information\/\" class=\"program-sock\">Request Information<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next-steps-right\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Learn on Campus<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Immersive classes, vibrant campus life and hands-on experiences that put you at the center of it all. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality[]=in-person\" class=\"program-sock\">Explore Majors &amp; Minors <\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/red-hawk-life\/\" class=\"program-sock\">The Campus Experience<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Learn Online<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>ÌÇÐÄvlog offers the same nationally recognized faculty, engaging coursework and supportive community as our on-campus classes - designed to fit your life. With multiple start dates each year, you can begin when the time is right for you.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality[]=online\" class=\"program-sock\">Explore Majors &amp; Minors<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/online\/\" class=\"program-sock\">The Online Experience<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Study chemistry at Montclair and build a foundational understanding of the composition, properties and stucture of chemicals, and how matter interacts with energy. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":4610,"template":"","degree_type":[17],"program_type":[29,30],"modality":[7],"college":[35],"area_of_study":[41],"program_level":[40],"class_list":["post-4609","program-page","type-program-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","degree_type-bs","program_type-major","program_type-minor","modality-in-person","college-csam","area_of_study-health-medicine-and-the-sciences","program_level-undergraduate"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/program-page\/4609","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/program-page"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/program-page"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/program-page\/4609\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7515,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/program-page\/4609\/revisions\/7515"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4610"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4609"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"degree_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/degree_type?post=4609"},{"taxonomy":"program_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/program_type?post=4609"},{"taxonomy":"modality","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/modality?post=4609"},{"taxonomy":"college","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/college?post=4609"},{"taxonomy":"area_of_study","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/area_of_study?post=4609"},{"taxonomy":"program_level","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/program_level?post=4609"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}