East Tennessee State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.-Chemistry

Program Description:

The Department of Chemistry offers a Master of Science degree with core emphases in the four traditional major areas of chemistry: analytical, inorganic, organic and physical. The program is designed, through advanced courses and individual research, to prepare the student for an occupation as a chemist or for continued study in a rigorous doctoral program.

Eligibility Requirements:

At least two recommendation letters from individuals who can comment on the academic as well as personal qualifications of the applicant. Incoming students lacking certain prerequisites may, with departmental permission, make up these deficiencies. However, graduate credit will not be received for this coursework. Upon entering, some students may be asked to take departmental placement exams, the purpose of which is to determine the level of the incoming student’s preparedness for the graduate program. These exams, if administered, will be used to better advise students as to their specific course of study.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999