Natural and Applied Sciences, MS

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Overview

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.

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Curriculum requirements

Remote 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.

Part of the College of Sciences and Mathematics.

Apply to the natural and applied sciences master's program

Students seeking admission to SFA graduate programs must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. You're responsible for submitting application materials required for admission and any supplemental items as requested.

To be eligible for consideration into this program, you must:

achieve an undergraduate 2.5 GPA or higher overall
have completed prerequisite courses in at least three of the five core areas of chemistry:
- analytical, biochemical, inorganic, organic and physical
and hold a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.

Ready? Complete the graduate school application and submit to the departmental graduate committee a two-page statement of purpose detailing your background, goals and preferred program track.