BSc in Chemistry - American Chemical Society in Peoria United States | Bradley University

The American Chemical Society-approved chemistry program deepens your grasp of chemical concepts for professional pursuits or advanced studies. ACS accreditation signals to employers and graduate programs that your academic and lab training adheres to stringent, current benchmarks.

You build core knowledge across chemistry's five disciplines - analytical, organic, inorganic, physical, and biochemistry. This foundation equips you to formulate and investigate meaningful questions about chemistry in everyday life. Starting as early as freshman year, coursework introduces research through faculty-guided projects. Year-round research opportunities exist via lab work, independent studies, and summer funding. These initiatives may contribute to advancements in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental science.

Upon graduation, you'll have gained:

Personalized faculty guidance beginning freshman year, with a remarkable 2:1 faculty-to-first-year-student ratio in the department
Practical training using cutting-edge laboratory instruments
A capstone research project to delve into a chosen subject area
Chances to co-author research with professors and showcase findings at conferences across various levels
Career development through weekly seminars, department positions, and participation in the Chemistry Club and Demonstration Team