What you will study
Take just five Chemistry program courses and gain the strong foundation you’ll need
for numerous careers or advanced studies. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the
physical and chemical properties that underlie biological processes as you take coursework
in General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry.
In addition to these foundational topics, you’ll choose an elective that best aligns
with your personal interests and career goals. Popular options include Biochemistry,
Instrumental Analysis and Quantitative Analysis.
Unique learning opportunities in chemistry
Our Chemistry minor gives you a strong foundation that sets you up for success here
on campus, in grad school and in your career. As you learn more about general and
organic chemistry, you’ll also benefit from hands-on experiences through:
- Internships: Many Chemistry minors have pursued internships in the Kansas City area and beyond
— helping them stand out professionally and as they pursue various graduate and professional
schools.
- Student activities: Many of our Chemistry minors take part in the Pre-Health and Pre-Vet clubs, as well
as our student chapter for the American Chemical Society (ACS). Our ACS club offers
social outings, advising sessions, service-learning opportunities and leadership roles
that are great additions to your resume.
- Research pursuits: All our faculty members are active researchers. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate
with them as they work to advance the chemistry field. Our faculty are currently researching
sequence-stability relationships in biological molecules (e.g., RNA, proteins), gold
nanomaterial synthesis and characterization, inorganic synthesis of metal-protein
model systems and much more.
What can you do with a Chemistry minor from UCM?
Adding a Chemistry minor to your undergraduate studies will help you stand out as
you pursue careers in biology and bioinformatics. Our graduates have also gone on
to attend professional schools of dentistry, health care, medicine, ophthalmology,
pharmacy and veterinary medicine at prestigious institutions.
Enhance your career prospects with a Chemistry minor
Explore more career options and learn about salary expectations using the interactive
tool below.
Financial assistance options for your Chemistry minor
At the University of Central Missouri, you’ll gain a high-quality education at an
affordable price. We also offer many ways to finance your college education. In addition to UCM scholarships, you might be able to take advantage of program-specific
awards and other funding opportunities.
Learn more about program-specific scholarships by using the UCM Scholarship Finder.
Work With Leading Chemists
UCM faculty members have diverse specialties in chemistry
Our Chemistry faculty members are experts in analytical, organic and physical chemistry.
You’ll benefit from their diverse experience throughout your coursework, lab work
and beyond.
Meet the Faculty
Success Starts in Small Classes
Gain the tools and techniques to lead in chemistry
Thrive in a small learning environment at UCM. Your introductory coursework is taught
in small classes that allow for focused attention from faculty members. As you pursue
more upper-level classes, your cohort may be even smaller. This means you’ll benefit
from more opportunities to work directly with your classmates and our faculty experts.
Gain Expertise in Top-Notch Labs
Learn with the same tools you’ll use in the workplace
At UCM, we have invested in state-of-the-art instruments that biochemists and chemists
are required to use in the laboratory. With our Chemistry minor, you’ll have the technical
skills to succeed professionally.
Support Throughout Your Chemistry Minor
UCM provides academic and career advisors
You’ll have a faculty advisor who will help you throughout your studies. We also offer
one-on-one career advising to help you explore the many ways a Chemistry minor can
benefit your job prospects.
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