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

About This Program

The Master of Arts in Chemistry offers an advanced education for students looking to take their careers in chemistry to the next level. With a focus on research, you will gain the skills needed to design and execute experiments, analyze data and make groundbreaking discoveries in the field. Our program also offers opportunities for interdisciplinary studies in areas such as materials science, nanotechnology and environmental science. Read more...

Contact Information

• Erin Michael-McLaughlin | enmichae@kent.edu | 330-672-2032

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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
• Completion of undergraduate courses consisting of one year each in analytical chemistry or biochemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, calculus and physics is expected
• Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal statement
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:¹
  • Minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score
  • Minimum 6.0 IELTS score
  • Minimum 50 PTE score
  • Minimum 100 DET score

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International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Priority deadline: December 15
• Spring Semester
  • Priority deadline: September 15

All application materials (including applicable fee, transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) submitted by these deadlines will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

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Minimum 21 credit hours of classroom courses are required. Students select courses with their advisor. Suggested coursework for the biochemistry interest area includes CHEM 50109, CHEM 50261, CHEM 50262, CHEM 50263, and CHEM 50365. Suggested coursework for the chemical education interest area includes CHEM 50093 and CHEM 50795. Suggested coursework for the industrial chemistry interest area includes CHEM 50093, CHEM 50352, CHEM 50451, CHEM 50571 and CHEM 50559.

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At least half of the required credit hours must be taken at the 60000 level. Suggested course work for the chemical education interest area includes CHEM 60894.

Graduation Requirements

• No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
• Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a core knowledge and understanding of chemical and/or biochemical concepts.
2. Demonstrate a depth of knowledge of specific topics in chemistry and/or biochemistry and/or chemical education.
3. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills in chemistry and/or biochemistry.
4. Effectively and clearly communicate chemical and/or biochemical concepts and knowledge.

Full Description

The Master of Arts degree in Chemistry is for students interested in gaining additional knowledge of chemistry and biochemistry beyond the bachelor’s degree. This non-thesis degree program is flexible and can be taken on a full-tine or part-time basis.

Several course sequences have been designed for students interested in career advancement. The biochemistry interest area is recommended for students seeking to further develop their academic background in biochemistry and chemistry prior to applying to medical school or dental school. The industrial chemistry interest area is ideal for students seeking additional preparation for employment in the chemical industry. Current and future K-12 educators may pursue the chemical education interest area for advance chemical instruction including chemistry pedagogy.