BS Chemistry

The chemistry curriculum at Elmira College provides basic preparation for students to enter the chemical industry, undertake graduate study in chemistry, or pursue professional work in fields such as medicine, dentistry, or medical technology. A student who plans to teach chemistry in a secondary school can acquire teacher certification with the addition of Education courses. The chemistry curriculum also provides students an opportunity to perform independent research with the chemistry faculty. These projects can vary from one-term projects to multi-year projects. Students frequently present their research on a national level at the spring National American Chemical Society meetings.