MSc in Chemistry and Chemical Biology - Organic in Ithaca United States | Cornell University

The M.S. program requires 30 credit hours of study. While some students may finish in one academic year, most take longer. Since students enter with diverse academic backgrounds and career objectives, we expect varied study plans and don't impose strict course requirements. However, we generally expect most credits to come from advanced chemistry and related subjects. You'll work with the M.S. Graduate Program Director to tailor your curriculum to your interests, potentially selecting courses from across Cornell's departments.

This program serves students seeking advanced training in the chemical sciences, aiming to develop their research, analytical, and teaching skills. Research-focused students must demonstrate initiative by designing their own projects, with the M.S. degree granted upon completing a research project documented in a thesis submitted to both the student's committee and the Graduate School. First-year students typically enroll in Chem 5110 during fall semester, which introduces chemical research resources available within our department and university-wide.

Organic chemistry forms the foundation for numerous specialties like bioorganic chemistry, polymer science, organic materials, organometallics, and physical organic chemistry. Cornell provides exceptional expertise across all major organic chemistry subfields. Our organic chemistry faculty particularly excel in reaction mechanism studies. Additionally, they maintain strong collaborations with chemical biologists and researchers in materials science, chemical engineering, catalysis, and molecular/cell biology.