BS in Chemistry
Siena Heights University
Key Information
Campus location
Adrian, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 28,000 / per year
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
Introduction
A Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Siena Heights University will provide preparation for either entrance into the chemical workforce or for post-graduate education.
Our emphasis on a broad-based approach to chemical principles, coupled with an introduction to chemical research, has produced graduates who have successfully made the transition from student to professional.
The program provides a solid grounding in all the areas of modern chemistry. Our graduates have either successfully entered the workforce, or have gone on to attend graduate and professional schools.
Chemistry is often referred to as the Central Science because chemical behavior plays a vital role in every aspect of daily life. Students majoring in chemistry at Siena Heights University receive training in all areas of chemistry and in their senior year they perform an independent research project.
Our emphasis is on producing chemistry graduates that have a firm grasp of the basic principles of chemical science and who are ready for a wide variety of possible career paths.
Recent senior projects have included:
- A theoretical study of compound stabilities
- Design and testing of solvent-resistant polymers
- Isolation and assay of an enzyme from beef liver
- The study of the relationship between molecular structure and reactivity
- Catalysis of the hydroxamate hydrolysis reaction
- Computational study of protein-ligand binding
- Synthesis of the plant metabolite camalexin
These activities emphasize not only the abilities necessary to carry out meaningful research, but also stress the importance of having good communication skills.
Fast Fact
All Chemistry majors undertake a research project in their senior year. This includes the design and execution of the project, followed by a written report and an oral presentation. This experience will introduce students to all aspects of the research process.
Program Distinctions
- Diverse faculty. Dr. Steven Wathen specializes in Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Cheminformatics and has more than 25 years of experience teaching chemistry. Dr. Julius Nagy teaches General Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry as well as a class in Culinary Chemistry; before coming to Siena Heights University, he worked in corporate Research and Development for 20 years. Our newest faculty member, Dr. Krishanthi Weerasinghe teaches Physical Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, and Physics.
- Local connections. The chemistry program at Siena Heights University has connections with local chemical firms such as Anderson Development and Wacker Silicones. Many of our chemistry majors have been able to get work experience in the polymer industry through internships at these companies.
- Early acceptance. Chemistry majors who meet eligibility requirements can receive early acceptance into Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine’s medical, dental, or pharmacy schools.
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Scholarships and Funding
Did you know that approximately 90 percent of undergraduate students on the Adrian campus receive some form of financial assistance? Our admissions counselors and financial aid experts are committed to helping you find the best financial solutions for your education. Siena offers a wide range of opportunities that may be right for you, including:
- Academic scholarships
- Arts scholarships
- Athletic scholarships
- Campus Ministry scholarships
- Grants
- Work-study programs
- Federal loans
Your university financial aid package may include some or all of the above, resulting in a customized plan that makes Siena Heights University affordable for your family.
Curriculum
Course Requirements for Major
Program Requirements: 38 Credit Hours
- CHE 141 General Chemistry I 4 credit hours
- CHE 142 General Chemistry II 4 credit hours
- CHE 241 Organic Chemistry I 4 credit hours
- CHE 242 Organic Chemistry II 4 credit hours
- CHE 341 Physical Chemistry I 3 credit hours
- CHE 342 Physical Chemistry II 3 credit hours
- CHE 350 Analytical Chemistry 4 credit hours
- CHE 351 Introduction To Computational Chemistry 1 credit hour
- CHE 395 Junior Seminar I 1 credit hours
- CHE 396 Junior Seminar II 1 credit hour
- CHE 441 Physical-Instrumental Analysis 4 credit hours
- CHE 495 Senior Seminar I 1 credit hours
- CHE 496 Senior Seminar II 1 credit hours
- CHE Approved Chemistry Elective 3 credit hours
Cognate Requirements: 22 Credit Hours
- MAT 174 Data Analysis And Statistics 3 credit hours
- MAT 181 Calculus With Analytic Geometry I 4 credit hours
- MAT 182 Calculus With Analytic Geometry II 4 credit hours
- PHY 161 Physics I (Calculus Based) 4 credit hours
- PHY 162 Physics II (Calculus Based) 4 credit hours
- TSD 101 Fundamentals Of Speech Communication 3 credit hours
Total for Major: 60 Credit Hours
Liberal Arts: 28 Credit Hours
General Electives: 32 Credit Hours
Total for Degree: 120 Credit Hours
Other Requirements
- Students majoring in Chemistry must maintain a 2.1 g.p.a. in all required courses (excluding cognate requirements in the major).
- Chemistry majors must complete a 16-hour residency and 12 credit hours of Siena Heights chemistry courses at the 200-level or higher and the Junior and Senior seminar series (CHE 395/CHE 396/CHE 495/CHE 496).
- Students seeking teacher certification must take CHE 454 Biochemistry as a required chemistry elective.
- Students seeking secondary certification in teaching must also take NSC 110 Earth Science, and complete the appropriate science methods course: NSC 373 Science Methods from the Professional Education Sequence.
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Career Opportunities
Internships
Coursework is complemented by two other experiences that help to make our graduates more skilled and competent chemists:
The first is an opportunity to participate in an internship at a local chemistry company. Here, students get a chance to see first-hand what it means to be a professional chemist. In addition, students become involved in ongoing research projects and are often given their own projects to complete.
The second experience is the completion of a chemistry research project during my junior and senior years. With the guidance of the chemistry faculty, students will plan and carry out the project, and then provide a written report, followed by an oral presentation of the project and its results.
Career Opportunities
Chemistry is known as the “Central Science” because of its important role in so many fields. Some of the careers where knowledge of chemistry is used include:
- Agriculture
- Art preservation and restoration
- Catalysis
- Education
- Information systems
- Sales and marketing
- Consulting
- Customer products
- Environmental services
- Food and flavor development
- Forensic science
- Waste management
- Materials science
- Oil and petroleum
- Paper and pulp
- Pharmaceuticals
- Polymers
- Science writing
- Textiles