BS or BA in Chemistry

Gain hands-on lab and research experience from day one in Rowan's ACS-approved Chemistry degree program, preparing you for careers in industry or medicine.

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Why choose Rowan's chemistry program?

Move beyond books and classrooms and, through a required research project, gain experience designed to prepare you for graduate school or in a career in industry, government or medicine.

Studies include topics in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and polymer chemistry.

Begin using instruments like gas chromatographs/mass spectrometers first-year year, which is unique to our program. The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry degree is approved by the American Chemical Society.

Chemistry student stories

Rowan students highlight how the chemistry program is preparing them for careers in industry or medicine.
Tristin posing in a chemistry lab.

Rowan transformed an interest into a passion for me.

Tristin B. Camden County, NJ

Jacob sitting in the Campbell Library.

Although Chemistry is challenging, it’s a lot of fun. I do research in a lab, which I’m very passionate about. We focus on techniques and reaction pathways.

Jacob H. Gloucester County, NJ

Melanie, wearing a flannel, sitting outside.

To be a confident chemist, you need to be a confident communicator. Delivering your results is just as important as discovering them.

Melanie P. Ocean County, NJ

Samuel working in a chemistry lab.

This program is different than lots of others, we get to start our research much earlier than other schools.

Samuel F. Warren County, NJ

Careers and outcomes

Recommended for thinkers, doers, and creators who are interested in careers in:

  • Education
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Chemical Sales
  • Developmental Chemistry
  • Science Writing
  • Consulting
students working in a chemistry lab

Upcoming virtual information sessions and events

Our virtual information sessions connect you directly with faculty, advisors and current students in the chemistry program. It’s also your chance to ask questions and experience the Rowan community firsthand.

Related programs

Additional majors that may interest you:

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