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Requirements for the Chemistry Major (BA: 45-47 semester hours)

The usual first course in the chemistry program is General Chemistry I, although well-qualified students may begin at a higher level. Well-qualified students should consult with the department before registration.

Chemistry Track, Bachelor of Arts degree

41-43 semester hours in Chemistry, 4 semester hours in Mathematics

Required Courses:

Capstone (2):

  • CHEM345W Experimental Chemistry 2 (2) or

  • CHEM347W Experimental Biochemistry 2 (2) or

  • CHEM430 Advanced Topics in Chemistry (2 or 4) or

  • CHEM431 Advanced Topics in Biochemistry (2)

Electives (16-18):

Note: If three of the 2-semester hour courses listed in the Capstone section are completed, the two may be applied to the elective category.

Requirements for the Chemistry Major (BS-Chem track: 58 semester hours)

The usual first course in the chemistry program is General Chemistry 1, although well-qualified students may begin at a higher level. Well-qualified students should consult with the department before registration.

Chemistry Track, Bachelor of Science degree

47 semester hours in Chemistry, 4 semester hours in Mathematics,

Requirements for the Chemistry Major (BS-Biochem track: 59 semester hours)

The usual first course in the chemistry program is General Chemistry I, although well-qualified students may begin at a higher level. Well-qualified students should consult with the department before registration.

Biochemistry Track, Bachelor of Science degree

49 semester hours in Chemistry, 4 semester hours in Mathematics, 6 semester hours in Biology.

Willamette University

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