College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
www.kent.edu/chemistry

About This Program

The Master of Science in Chemistry program provides advanced training for students who want to master the art of chemistry. With a curriculum that blends coursework and research, you'll develop the skills needed to excel in a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, materials science, and environmental science. Our program also provides opportunities for interdisciplinary studies and research collaborations with faculty members. Read more...

Contact Information

• Program Coordinator: Erin Michael-McLaughlin | enmichae@kent.edu | 330-672-0032
• Connect with an Admissions Counselor: U.S. Student | International Student

Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*

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For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university 
• Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale 
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal statement
• Three letters of recommendation
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 525 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)
  • Minimum 71 TOEFL IBT score (Internet-based version)
  • Minimum 74 MELAB score
  • Minimum 6.0 IELTS score
  • Minimum 50 PTE score
  • Minimum 100 Duolingo English Test score

For more information about graduate admissions, please visit the Graduate Studies admission website. For more information on international admission, visit the Office of Global Education’s admission website.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Priority deadline: December 15

• Spring Semester
  • Priority deadline: September 15

Applications submitted by these deadlines will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

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A thesis presenting and interpreting the results of original research is required. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry considers research to be a fundamental part of the M.S. degree. Areas in which research may be carried out are analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and physical chemistry. The thesis must be successfully defended in an oral examination before the student’s advisory committee.

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Minimum 13 credit hours of graduate chemistry classroom courses are required; one of these courses must be outside the major area.

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At least half of the required credit hours must be taken at the 60000 level.

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The following courses may not be used to satisfy the requirements of the M.S. degree: CHEM 50166, CHEM 50266, CHEM 50366, CHEM 50466 and CHEM 50566.

Graduation Requirements

• Minimum 18 credit hours must be for graduate credit other than research and thesis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an improved knowledge of a specialization within chemistry.
2. Plan and execute chemical experiments.

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Chemistry provides opportunity in research in the areas of analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry, as well as biochemistry. Many of the research topics are built around interdisciplinary themes in biomedical research (bioanalytical, bioinorganic and biophysical chemistry) and materials science (nanomaterials, liquid crystals, photonic materials, spectroscopy, surface science).