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Program Description
The
Department of Chemistry offers both a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and a Master
of Science (M.S.) degree in Chemistry. The Ph.D. degree in chemistry
requires evidences of high quality scientific research leading to
peer-reviewed publications with classroom teaching, laboratory
supervising, and proposal and manuscript writing experiences. The program
covers all modern areas of chemistry including analytical, biochemistry,
computational, environmental, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry
and interdisciplinary areas in material, energy, environmental, and
biomedical research. The intensive graduate training includes formal
lecture courses, hands-on laboratory and theoretical research experiences,
teaching experiences, independent proposal development, preparation of
manuscripts and preparation of research thesis/dissertation for
publication.
Program Mission
The
Department of Chemistry will provide a comprehensive graduate education in
all areas of modern chemistry and related fields for a diverse student
body aiming for national and international distinction and produce high
quality chemists for education institutions, governmental agencies, and
industrial and business entities.
Program Objectives
- To provide the best
education and career opportunity for students from the
underrepresented minority groups with the best cultural and
nurturing environment that is conducive to learning and scholarly
activities.
- To provide opportunities
in which students can develop methods of independent and systematic
investigations leading to scientific discoveries.
- To prepare students for a
successful career at academic institutions, industrial and business
entities, and governmental agencies.
- To promote professional development
and growth of the faculty.
Admission Requirements:
A B.S. degree in chemistry or a closely
related field with passing grades ‘C’ or better for the following courses
with labs:
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2 semesters of
General Chemistry 2
semesters of Organic Chemistry
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1 semester of Analytical Chemistry 1 semester of Physical Chemistry
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1 semester of Inorganic Chemistry
- Application for admission to Graduate School (http://www.jsums.edu/gadmappl/GradAp1.html).
- Two official copies of transcripts from all
regionally accredited colleges and universities attended.
- Immunization records showing proof of
immunization compliance for measles and rubella, if born after
December 1957.
- Out-of-state and International applicants must
submit a $25.00 application fee (money orders only).
- Three Letters of Recommendation or Form (http://www.jsums.edu/gadmappl/GradAp1.html).
- Standardized test scores (GRE etc)
- Statement of Purpose for the Study
- International applicants must submit satisfactory
TOEFL scores (525/197/71).
- International applicants must
also file a Certified Declaration of Financial Support with the
University (http://international.jsums.edu/)
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