Customized study for the chemist
This is an interdisciplinary graduate degree program. It allows you to tailor your studies by choosing from specific courses in chemistry and/or biochemistry to advance your scientific training.
Tailor your path
You can customize your experience to fit your career goals. Do you want to pursue research and enter the workforce soon? Prepare for doctoral studies? Or, become eligible to seek TEA teacher certification through the JacksTeach program? You’ll work closely with expert faculty members to design a plan that reflects your ambitions.
You have the choice between a thesis or non-thesis path. If your plans include a doctoral degree, choose the thesis track. If you plan to become certified to teach or join the industry with your master's degree, choose the non-thesis option.
Your degree, your way
The Natural and Applied Sciences, MS allows you to focus your studies within chemistry or biochemistry. You’ll complete graduate coursework both inside and outside your chosen concentration, ensuring a well-rounded foundation for your future career.
Applying to the natural and applied sciences master's program
Requirements for admission
To be eligible for consideration into the program, you must:
- meet the SFA Graduate School requirements
- achieve an undergraduate 2.5 GPA or higher overall
- and be one of the following:
- in your final year of undergraduate work
- holding a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology or related field from a regionally accredited college or university
- or have 95 or more semester hours of undergraduate work at SFA and be approved as an overlap student.
Ready to complete your application?
To get started, apply to the Graduate School.
You also will need to complete the following:
- Approval from the departmental graduate committee.
- Prerequisite courses in at least three of the five core areas of chemistry: analytical, biochemical, inorganic, organic and physical.
- Submit a two-page statement of purpose detailing your background, goals and preferred program track.
See curriculum
Curriculum requirementsRemote participation?
Available via specific coursework. This program is primarily on-campus.
What are my capstone options?
There are two options.
1. Non-thesis track with a comprehensive exam
2. Research thesis
How long does it take?
Typically two years, full time.
Questions?
Get in touch! We're here to help.
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Bush Mathematical Sciences Building, Suite 108