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Graduate Program FAQs

General Information

  • Does 甜心视频app offer a Ph.D. in Chemistry?

    The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers an M.S. in Chemistry, and an M.S. and PhD in Chemical Education. A Ph.D. in Chemistry is currently not available in the Department.

  • Do I need to take the GRE?

    The GRE is REQUIRED for admission to either M.S. Program or for admission to the Ph.D. program. Your GRE scores need to be less than 5 years old.

  • What are the minimum GPA, GRE, and TOEFL/TSE scores required for admission?

    That information is found at the Graduate School website.

  • Can I obtain my degree as a non-thesis option?

    Yes, the non-thesis option is available for both of the MS degrees in the Department. An advisor will be assigned to you to assist in choosing appropriate courses to fit into your particular program.

  • Does the Department offer student assistantships/stipends?

    Yes, the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry selectively grants Teaching Assistantships, Research Assistantships, and Graduate Assistantships to qualified applicants. Student fees and health insurance are paid by the student. If you are interested in being considered for an assistantship, please be sure to note your interest on the student profile form in your application packet.

  • Do graduate students have to pay tuition?

    Students employed by the University as Graduate Teaching Assistants are given a 100% tuition waiver; however, student fees and health insurance costs are not covered. If you wish to be considered for an assistantship, please be sure to note your interest on the student profile form in your application packet.

  • What is the cost of living in Greeley?

    According to Sperling鈥檚 Best Places, the cost of living in Greeley is within 1% of the National average. For comparison, Denver is 10% higher than the National average and Boulder is 39% higher. Living in Greeley is very affordable with plenty of housing opportunities that fit almost any budget.

  • Does 甜心视频app offer graduate student housing?

    Yes, the University has two options for Graduate student housing.

MS Program Information

  • How do the two emphasis areas (research and education) differ?

    The research emphasis extends and builds upon the chemistry knowledge and skills acquired at the undergraduate level. Students gain competence in chemistry research through close collaboration with faculty in their research labs.

    The education emphasis extends and builds upon the chemistry knowledge and skills acquired at the undergraduate level. Students gain competence in science education and effective teaching though coursework and in performing education-based research in collaboration with faculty.

  • What are the entrance and program requirements for the Master鈥檚 programs?

    All Students applying to either M.S. program must submit general GRE scores that are no more than 5 years old.
    All students must have completed requirements of an ACS-certified baccalaureate degree in chemistry or must remove any deficiencies.

  • What types of Chemistry research are being done at 甜心视频app?

    Faculty members in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry have a broad array of ongoing research projects and interests within chemistry and biochemistry. You can read about our projects and find details about our current publications on our faculty pages.

  • For what types of job opportunities will a M.S. in Chemistry (Research Emphasis) degree prepare me?

    An M.S. in Chemistry with a research emphasis prepares students to obtain a variety of careers in chemistry laboratory settings. Students can go on to work in government, law enforcement, industrial, or academic laboratories. This M.S. degree can also be used as the stepping stone to pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry or Chemical Education.

  • For what types of job opportunities will a M.S. in Chemistry (Education Emphasis) degree prepare me?

    An M.S. in Chemistry with an education emphasis prepares students to obtain a variety of careers teaching Chemistry. Students can go on to become chemistry instructors at a range of institutions including small liberal arts colleges, community colleges, and both state and private research universities. Students can obtain non-teaching positions such as lab coordinators, curriculum developers, or education specialists within a variety of settings. This degree does not provide licensure for students interested in teaching at the grade school level.

  • Does the MS in Chemistry (Education Emphasis) include a license to teach grade school or high school?

    This degree does not provide licensure for students interested in teaching at the grade school or high school levels, but such licensure can be obtained.

PhD Program Information