Chemistry
Chemistry
Chemistry
Our chemistry graduates are solving some of the world's toughest problems. If that's the kind of high-impact career you want, then start in a program with small class sizes and large amounts of individual attention. Collaborate with our professors on attention-getting original research that will get you into a top graduate school or renowned research lab.
Why NWC?
Why NWC?
Why NWC?
Northwestern's chemistry major prepares students for careers in research and development, health sciences, teaching and more. Graduates are equipped to work on medical, industry and university research teams and empowered to bring their faith to the complex questions facing today’s scientists.
Major course topics include organic chemistry, physical chemistry, quantitative analysis, and physics. Related study options include a chemistry minor; secondary teaching endorsements in chemistry and basic science; or pre-professional programs in chiropractic, dentistry, medicine, mortuary science, optometry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies and veterinary medicine.
Outcomes
Northwestern chemistry majors have worked at DuPont and 3M and conducted ground-breaking research “welding” plant fibers into a material that could someday replace plastic. They have enrolled in research and health sciences graduate programs at universities around the country, including:
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Experience
As a chemistry major at Northwestern, you'll partner with professors in their research and may even be mentioned when they publish or present research findings.
Experience
As a chemistry major at Northwestern, you'll partner with professors in their research and may even be mentioned when they publish or present research findings.
Faculty
Brilliant scholars. Committed Christians. Invested in you. That's Northwestern's faculty.
