Learn the theory and practical application for a career in chemistry
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Chemistry is one of the three basic areas that form the foundation of all science and is essential for a complete understanding of the physical world. Focusing on the study of matter, the field of chemistry includes a wide variety of basic areas ranging from the study of atoms, the chemical bond, and basic chemical reactions to the exploration of applied topics, including biochemistry, medicinal and drug chemistry, forensic science, physical and quantum chemistry, and instrumentation.
Stevenson University’s chemistry program, planned in accordance with the requirements of the American Chemical Society (ACS), offers a broad selection of courses for students in chemistry and provides an excellent background for any scientific or technological career. Laboratory work and research are emphasized throughout the curriculum. With modern instrumentation and laboratory facilities, students develop excellent laboratory and analytical skills, preparing them for employment in the chemical industry, graduate study in chemistry, or a career in a variety of professional arenas, including pharmacy, medicine, and dentistry.
Graduates of the Chemistry program will:
- Apply knowledge of chemical principles to the understanding of the world at a molecular level.
- Plan, design, and safely execute and interpret scientific experiments using the scientific method.
- Communicate scientific knowledge in clear notebook entries, laboratory reports and poster presentations.
- Critically evaluate scientific discovery for its scientific merit and in terms of its ethical, societal, and global implications using knowledge of chemical principles.
- Exhibit behaviors consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the discipline.
Stevenson Chemistry
Connection to Career
Internship Placements
- Athena Enzyme Systems
- CVS Pharmacy
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Maryland Army National Guard
- MedStar Harbor Hospital
Top Employers
- US Army
- Brain Science Institute
- Eurofins: Lancaster Laboratories Fuchs
- Giant Pharmacy
- Ross Technologies Corporation
Graduate Opportunities
- Liberty University
College of Osteopathic Medicine - Purdue University
- Stevenson University
- The Ohio State
University College of Pharmacy - University of Delaware Graduate School in Chemistry
- University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
Career Pathways
- Chemical Engineering
- Environmental Safety and Health
- Forensics
- Nuclear Medicine
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Experiential Learning at Stevenson
Dr. Jeremy Burkett, SU Chemistry professor, demonstrates an experiment that students participate in as a part of their Chemistry courses: luminol and hydrogen peroxide.

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Getting a Head Start
Nicole Kibler
Chemistry Major, B.S. to M.S. in Forensic Science
“From job fairs to forensic science career panels, Stevenson ensures that, regardless of grade level, you can be involved and connected early on.”
Study Chemistry at Stevenson
Courses
FYS 100 | First Year Seminar | 1 credit |
BIO 112 | Principles of General Biology | 3 credits |
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BIO 113 | General Biology I: Cell Biology and Genetics | 3 credits |
BIO 113L | General Biology I Laboratory: Cell Biology and Genetics | 1 credit |
BIOCH 327 | Biochemistry | 3 credits |
BIOCH 345L | Integrative Laboratory I | 2 credits |
CHEM 114 | General Chemistry I with Problem Solving | 3 credits |
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CHEM 115 | General Chemistry I | 3 credits |
CHEM 115L | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 credit |
CHEM 116 | General Chemistry II | 3 credits |
CHEM 116L | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 credit |
CHEM 210 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 credits |
CHEM 210L | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 credit |
CHEM 211 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 credits |
CHEM 211L | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 credit |
CHEM 213 | Digital Information Literacy for Chemistry | 1 credit |
CHEM 221 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 credits |
CHEM 310 | Analytical Chemistry | 3 credits |
CHEM 313 | Career Connections in Chemistry | 1 credit |
CHEM 346L | Integrative Laboratory II | 2 credits |
CHEM 470 | Capstone Internship | 3 credits |
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CHEM 471 | Capstone Internship | 6 credits |
CHEM 475 | Capstone Seminar | 3 credits |
MATH 220 | Calculus I | 4 credits |
MATH 221 | Calculus II | 4 credits |
PHYS 215 | General Physics I with Calculus | 4 credits |
PHYS 216 | General Physics II with Calculus | 4 credits |
SCI 215 | Writing in the Sciences | 3 credits |
Note: Students choosing to take the 6-credit Capstone Internship (CHEM 471) can take one Chemistry elective.
Chemistry Electives
Select two:
Explore our academic catalog for a full listing of courses, course descriptions, suggested course sequences, and more.
Minors
Minors in Chemistry
The minor in chemistry requires successful completion of a minimum of six courses and 18 credits with a CHEM prefix. For chemistry courses with a separate lab co-requisite, both the lab and lecture for the course must be taken; however, the lab does not count as a separate course toward the minor. Please see the chair of the Department of Chemistry for more information. General guidelines regarding minors may be found in the Minors section of the catalog.
Chemistry Department Honors Requirements
Eligible students majoring in chemistry may elect to pursue honors within the Department of Chemistry. The intention to pursue Chemistry Department Honors must be declared before the start of their last semester before graduation. To declare the intent to pursue department honors, a student must have earned a science/math GPA of 3.50 or higher and a plan to finish the honors requirements outlined below.
Students graduating with Chemistry Department honors will have this distinction noted on their official university transcript. In order to graduate with department honors, the following requirements must be met:
- Completion of one research experience.
- Completion of a second research experience or a 300-400 level CHEM or BIOCH elective that is not being used to fulfill a degree requirement in the major.
- An oral presentation of the research experience to the department.
- A science/math GPA of 3.5 or higher at graduation.
BA Option
Students also have the option of completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry. The student must fulfill all SEE requirements, program requirements, and complete two semesters of a foreign language from the point of placement or completion of 202 level.
Bachelor’s to Master’s Option
BS/MS options are available for students majoring in Chemistry who wish to combine their bachelor’s coursework while working toward a Stevenson University Master’s Degree in one of the following:
- Community-Based Education and Leadership
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Forensic Science
- Healthcare Management
- Master of Arts in Teaching
Explore more Bachelor’s to Master’s Options
Articulation Agreement
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
The Department of Chemistry has an articulation agreement with the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. This is for a dual-degree undergraduate-professional program (3+4) leading to a bachelor’s in Chemistry from Stevenson University and a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of MD School of Pharmacy. Under the conditions of this agreement, students attend Stevenson for three years taking courses specified by the articulation agreement. Then, if they are accepted into the pharmacy program at the University of Maryland, several of the courses in their first year at the School of Pharmacy will substitute for Stevenson courses. This will allow the students in this program to get a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Stevenson when they complete their first year at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. Please see the chair of the Department of Chemistry for more information.

Earn a Minor
Lead and manage a scientific team or your own professional practice.
Students majoring in Chemistry can prepare to direct projects and teams with a professional minor in Applied Management, opening doors to leadership careers in the scientific industry, clinical management, or business.
Chemistry News
Biochemistry senior Ethan O'Brien (pictured, third from right) along with classmates Drew Powell and Nate Nash and other members of the SU Chapter of the American Chemical Society, organized an event to benefit the St. Baldri.
Maryam demonstrates the hand bike Maryam Al Naseri interned at MedStar Physical Therapy, where she worked with licensed physical therapists, clinical assistants, orthopedic surgeons, and administration staff. Her duties cons.
This week, the 2023 Dell Lecture series took place, where student-scholars Jaylen (J.T.
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