Drexel University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Ph.D.-Chemistry

Program Description:

The Ph.D. degree is awarded in any of five main areas of chemistry: analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, or polymer chemistry. The degree recipient must demonstrate scholastic breadth in chemistry and contribute significantly to scientific advancement in a chosen major area. Requirements of the program include coursework, candidacy examinations, a chemical information retrieval or technical writing course, and successful completion of a publishable Ph.D. thesis.

Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Eligibility Requirements:

All entering M.S. and Ph.D. students are required to take a series of two-hour exam in analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry to help assess their preparation for graduate work in chemistry. The scores obtained on these exams are used as a basis for course selection.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above