Marietta College

What you'll study

Students complete advanced coursework paired with substantial lab experience to build practical and analytical skills from the first day of class. The program is intended to balance applied techniques with chemical theory so graduates can move into laboratory work, teaching, or graduate programs. Specific course lists and degree audit forms are maintained by the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Entry requirements

Majors complete the college liberal-arts core plus the Applied Chemistry curriculum. The department accepts AP Chemistry credit: a score of 3 receives credit for CHEM 101; a score of 5 receives credit for CHEM 100 and CHEM 131/133. Additional undergraduate requirements are outlined in the department's curriculum and degree-audit materials.

Career prospects

The major prepares students for employment in chemical analysis, teaching careers, and for graduate study in chemistry or related fields. It is also positioned for students seeking careers that demand advanced problem-solving skills. Students may combine the major with another science to target specific technical roles or with arts and humanities majors to broaden non-laboratory career options.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Marietta College provides information on tuition and financial aid through its central resources and the Chemistry Department. Prospective students should consult the college's tuition & financial aid pages and department contacts for program-specific support, and explore departmental opportunities tied to research mentorships.