About This Program

The Master of Arts in Chemistry program offers an advanced education for students looking to take their careers in chemistry to the next level. With a focus on research, you'll gain the skills needed to design and execute experiments, analyze data, and make groundbreaking discoveries in the field. Our program also offers opportunities for interdisciplinary studies in areas such as materials science, nanotechnology, and environmental science.Read more...

Contact Information

• Program Coordinator:Erin Michael-McLaughlin|enmichae@kent.edu| 330-672-0032
• Connect with an Admissions Counselor:U.S. Student|International Student

Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*

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关于研究生招生的更多信息,visit thegraduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit theinternational admission website.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Completion of undergraduate courses consisting of one year each in analytical chemistry or biochemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, calculus and physics is expected
• Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal statement
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 525 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)
  • Minimum 71 TOEFL IBT score (Internet-based version)
  • Minimum 74 MELAB score
  • Minimum 6.0 IELTS score
  • Minimum 50 PTE score
  • Minimum 100 Duolingo English Test score

For more information about graduate admissions, please visit theGraduate Studies admission website. For more information on international admission, visit theOffice of Global Education’s admission website.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester
  • Priority deadline: December 15

• Spring Semester
  • Priority deadline: September 15

Applications submitted by these deadlines will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a core knowledge and understanding of chemical and/or biochemical concepts.
2. Demonstrate a depth of knowledge of specific topics in chemistry and/or biochemistry and/or chemical education.
3. Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills in chemistry and/or biochemistry.
4. Effectively and clearly communicate chemical and/or biochemical concepts and knowledge.

Full Description

The Master of Arts degree in Chemistry is for students interested in gaining additional knowledge of chemistry and biochemistry beyond the bachelor’s degree. This non-thesis degree program is flexible and can be taken on a full-tine or part-time basis. Several course sequences have been designed for students interested in career advancement. The biochemistry interest area is recommended for students seeking to further develop their academic background in biochemistry and chemistry prior to applying to medical school or dental school. The industrial chemistry interest area is ideal for students seeking additional preparation for employment in the chemical industry. Current and future K-12 educators may pursue the chemical education interest area for advance chemical instruction including chemistry pedagogy.