Chemistry

Chemistry studies the substances of which matter is composed and investigates their properties and the ways in which they interact, combine, and change.

The B.S. degree program in chemistry is designed for students preparing for graduate work or other research work in industry or government laboratories, as well as for medical, dental, and other professional schools. Although the B.S. degree program is challenging, it provides serious and talented students with the depth and breadth in chemistry, as well as in other sciences, needed for careers in scientific research. The B.S. degree provides preparation for a wide range of career choices, including research, but also those careers described below under the B.A. programs.

The B.A. degree program in chemistry is primarily intended for students planning to enter professional schools such as medicine, dentistry, or law, but are also great preparation for careers in business, scientific writing, or teaching. The B.A. program offers greater flexibility, making it possible to combine the study of chemistry or biochemistry with course work in other fields or additional majors, ultimately providing a more diverse background.

If you are interested in the chemistry major or minor, take IUB’s Chemistry Placement Exam (CPE) online. The results of the CPE will determine your placement level for your initial IUB chemistry course. For more details on the CPE, contact the Department of Chemistry at (812) 855-2700.

For more information on the Chemistry major, visit the departmental website and the College of Arts & Sciences Academic Bulletin.