Academic Programs
the possibilities.
Chemistry is the study of composition, structure and properties of substances, along with the transformations they undergo. As a chemistry major you will develop a strong background and cover a broad spectrum of course and laboratory work in organic chemistry, physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry and biochemistry.
An understanding of chemistry can lead to careers in industries such as:
| • pharmaceuticals • cosmetics/personal care products • higher education • environmental protection • biotechnology • pharmacology |
• medicine • nanotechnology • material science • agriculture • biofuel |
About the Program
• Undergraduate students have the opportunity to conduct research with faculty members in the fields of biochemistry, computational chemistry, environmental chemistry and organic synthesis and nanotechnology.
• Gannon’s facility consists of advanced instrumental techniques including (but not limited to) electrospraymass spectrometry/mass spectrometry (ES-MS/MS); gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS); FT infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR); atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS); ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy (UV/Vis); NMR and computational programs.
• Gannon’s chemistry faculty have recently presented at conferences such as The Council for Undergraduate Research, The Northeast Regional American Chemical Society, The International Association for Great Lakes Research, The International Conference on College Teaching and Learning and more.
• Gannon’s chemistry students have the opportunity to develop leadership skills through student organizations like the Chemistry Club, Gamma Sigma Epsilon (national undergraduate chemistry honorary fraternity), American Chemical Society (ACS) and Women in Science and Engineering (WISE)
The Gannon Advantage
- Students at Gannon enjoy internships, co-ops and study abroad opportunities. In addition everyone completes our "Liberal Studies Core" -- 39 credits that will help prepare you for life.
- Gannon's Career Development Services Office reports that 97% of Gannon's recent graduates are employed or are enrolled in graduate studies.
- On our urban campus, students can enjoy all the conveniences of city living while feeling at home in Gannon's caring community.
- An overall 13:1 student to faculty ratio ensures that students receive the genuine commitment and personal attention they are seeking.
- Gannon's Career Service Center helps students search for graduate school or job opportunities, develop interviewing skills and design a professional resume.
- Over 70 clubs and organizations as well as 18 NCAA Division II athletics provide students the chance to be involved.
• About one third of Gannon chemistry graduates have pursued careers directly after graduation. Some graduates continue their education to obtain advanced business degrees.
• About one third of Gannon chemistry graduates have continued their research careers at universities to obtain M.S. or Ph.D. degrees in chemistry. Most of those scientists obtain jobs in industry and a few enter academia.
• About one third of Gannon chemistry graduates have pursued further education in the medical field and a few students have entered law school.
• SCHOLARSHIPS – The chemistry department offers a unique scholarship opportunity for high school students; the top three candidates (based on a test given each fall during Open House) are awarded scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $3,000.
• PLACEMENT RATE – Gannon’s chemistry graduates enjoy nearly 100 percent job placement.
• SALARY – A chemist can expect to earn an annual entry level salary of $42,000. According to the Employment and Salary Survey conducted by the American Chemical Society in 2007, the average base salary of a newly graduated chemist with a bachelor’s degree is $37,900.
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