Ph.D. in Natural Sciences: Chemistry

Program Requirements

This program is comprised of at least 46 credit hours, including:

• At least 15-18 credit hours in the Chemistry primary discipline
• At least 12 credit hours outside the primary discipline
• Electives as needed to constitute 30 coursework hours
• 1 credit hour of Chemistry seminar
• At least 15 credit hours of dissertation research

Complete course listing on Academic Catalog

Program Benchmarks

• Comprehensive exams
• Dissertation research proposal
• Dissertation defense

Costs, Aid and Funding Opportunities

Cost is a major consideration when deciding whether to continue your education. Please contact the program coordinator about assistantships that may be available.

We also encourage you to learn more about costs and financial aid and external funding opportunities that can make earning your degree more affordable.

• Estimated costs
• International student costs
• Financial aid
• Funding opportunities

 Application Procedures and Requirements

1. Prepare required documentation, including:
   • Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
   • Statement of purpose outlining your interests and career goals
   • Three letters of recommendation (academic and/or professional)
   • English language proficiency requirement
2. Complete the online application. Please be sure to pay applicable domestic or international program fees.
3. Make sure you meet other discipline-specific requirements, which are listed in the academic catalog.

Application Deadlines

• The application deadline for this program is December 15 for fullest consideration.
• Applications submitted after the deadline will only be reviewed on a space-available basis.
• It is strongly recommended that applicants reach out to the program coordinator prior to applying.
• Applications received by the December 15 deadline will receive final admission decisions by February 15.