Bachelor's in Chemistry

Do you want to gain a deep understanding of the natural world, living systems, and modern materials? UNCG’s Bachelor’s in Chemistry program offers your choice of Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degrees. Each Chemistry degree program offers its own focus and degree of specialization, but both provide sound training in chemistry and excellent preparation for a range of science-related careers.

B.s. or b.a. — which bachelor’s in Chemistry PROGRAM is right for you?

Choosing between the B.S. and B.A. in Chemistry degrees at UNCG depends on your academic goals and career aspirations. Both of these exceptional programs offer hands-on research experiences and access to award-winning faculty, preparing you for a range of diverse and meaningful careers.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN CHEMISTRY

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry program provides a rigorous, in-depth exploration of chemistry, featuring advanced coursework and research opportunities. This program is ideal for students planning to attend graduate school, pursue careers in the chemical industry, or enter competitive pre-health pathways such as medical or dental school, where thorough training in the sciences is highly valued. Graduates of the B.S. Chemistry program are certified by the American Chemical Society, reflecting its high standards for professional training.

Interested in the same in-depth scientific exploration across broader scientific disciplines? Our B.S. in Biochemistry degree program is a great alternative that provides training that bridges chemistry and biology. Graduates from the Biochemistry program have been successfully admitted to pre-health professional programs, as well as graduate school or careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. 

THE BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN CHEMISTRY

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) program is less specialized than our B.S. in Chemistry degree. However, it offers solid foundational training in chemistry and greater flexibility to explore interdisciplinary interests or pursue double majors. It’s well-suited for students planning careers in secondary education, certain roles within the chemical industry, or pre-health fields that allow more room for broader academic pursuits.

Bachelor’s in Chemistry PROGRAM DISTINCTIONS

• With a strong emphasis on teaching, active faculty include two UNCG Alumni Teaching Excellence Award winners, four College of Arts and Sciences Teaching Excellence award winners, and one UNC Board of Governors Teaching Excellence Award winner.
• Faculty research is funded by National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, the N.C. Biotechnology Center, and the American Chemical Society Petroleum Research Fund.
• Our program is accredited by the American Chemical Society, reflecting its academic strength and excellent professional training.

advance your bachelor’s in chemistry with specialized concentrations

Both the B.S. in Chemistry and B.A. in Chemistry degree offer optional specialized concentrations. These specialist tracks further focus your scientific learning and advance your professional pathways.

B.S. IN CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATIONS

B.A. IN CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATIONS

THE Bachelor’s in Chemistry STUDENT EXPERIENCE

• A hallmark of UNCG’s Bachelor’s in Chemistry degree program is the opportunity to participate in stimulating undergraduate field and laboratory research with award-winning faculty.
• Our Medicinal Chemistry Collaborative (MC²) brings together research scientists from UNCG and the greater NC Triad to research and develop effective treatments for cancer and infectious diseases, and offers opportunities for you to join this groundbreaking research-led quest to improve lives as an undergraduate research partner. Learn more about MC² and its mission.
• Research internships, a chemistry/biochemistry internship course, and work as lab assistants and research assistants are available to students in the program.
• Student clubs and organizations include The Skeptical Chemists (American Chemical Society Student Affiliates), which organizes lectures and seminars for students and arranges social outings; the Environmental Awareness Foundation, which promotes responsible scientific practices to maintain a healthy ecosystem; and the UNCG Chemistry Club.

fast-track your B.s. in Chemistry to your master’s

Considering graduate studies in chemistry after you earn your B.S. degree? UNCG offers an Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) for students earning their B.S. in Chemistry degree. The Accelerated B.S. to M.S. enables qualified students (junior year and above) to take up to 12 graduate-level credit hours from the M.S. in Chemistry or M.S. in Chemistry — Biochemistry concentration and earn dual credit for both programs. This can significantly shorten your time to earning both degrees and reduce the cost of your master’s studies.

AFTER GRADUATIng with your Bachelor’s in Chemistry

Bachelor’s in Chemistry graduates pursue careers in biochemical sciences, medicine, biotechnology, and the pharmaceutical industry, among others.

Recent graduates have secured positions as:

• Certifying Scientist, Ameritox, Greensboro, NC
• Laboratory Manager, Mass Spectrometry Facility, UNC–Chapel Hill
• Staff Scientist in analytical sciences/metabolomics at the David H. Murdock Research Institute, Kannapolis, NC
• Analytical/R&D lab manager for Qvape Juice, Raleigh, NC
• Quality and Regulatory Safety Associate with New Chapter Inc., a subsidiary of Procter & Gamble, Brattleboro, VT
• Analytical Scientist, Nutramax Labs
• Lab Technician, Pfizer
• Assistant Editor, Discovery magazine

Many alumni have gone on to graduate-level study of chemistry at elite institutions such as Harvard, Caltech, and NC State. Others have chosen to pursue professional education in medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry at institutions like UNC School of Medicine and more.   

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