Master's of Science in Chemistry
Catalyze your career with a Master of Science in Chemistry from UChicago
Gain skills and experience to make an impact in chemistry-driven industries, strengthen your application to medical school, or prepare for doctoral study.
The MS program in the Department of Chemistry offers wide opportunity and unusual flexibility for advanced study and research and is designed to encourage individuality, independence, and excellence. The program offers experience in a broad range of chemistry subfields and facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration with other scientific fields across campus. Students have the option to tailor their studies to specific tracks of interest: Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Materials Chemistry
Why an M.S. in Chemistry at UChicago?
Launch Your Career Propel your career forward with a versatile master's degree that is a direct path to a Ph.D. or an industry leadership role.
Preparation for Advanced Studies Build a competitive application for Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. programs with advanced coursework and hands-on research training in fields like biotechnology, renewable energy, and quantum technologies.
Industry and Business Gain a competitive edge with cutting edge training in the molecular sciences. Our unique program is designed to prepare you for careers in entrepreneurship and startups as well as established industries such as pharmaceuticals and energy.
Program Highlights
Student Life
As a student in the Physical Sciences Division, you'll join a vibrant intellectual community of over 2,300 students. Your experience will extend from our Hyde Park campus to global centers around the world.
Beyond the lab and classroom, you'll find a wealth of opportunities to engage with your peers and get involved in the community. The PSD fosters a supportive environment through wellness events, inclusion workshops, and leadership positions in student groups like the Graduate Recruitment Initiative Team (GRIT) and Women and Gender Minorities in Graduate Science (WIGS+). You'll also have access to UChicago GRAD, an invaluable resource dedicated to helping you navigate university life and build your professional network.
Top-tier Faculty
Learn beside doctoral students in rigorous courses taught by top-tier faculty. Our faculty includes a distinguished list of Nobel laureates, Wolf Prize winners, and members of the National Academy of Sciences. Faculty research strengths span synthetic chemistry, theoretical chemistry, materials science, chemical biology, and catalysis and key connections are made with colleagues across medicine and engineering.
You will join a close-knit intellectual environment, where superb graduate education is driven by close student-faculty interactions and a shared commitment to scientific advancement. Explore our research areas.
Career Support
Whether you are looking for a summer internship or exploring career opportunities across industries, the Career Services Office in the Physical Sciences Division is here to support you in your journey. We work with graduate students to reach their career goals through individualized career advising and professional development workshops. By partnering with career services professionals across the University of Chicago, we facilitate connections with employers, alumni in your field, and recruitment opportunities, empowering you to succeed in your chosen path.
The MS in Chemistry is eligible for the STEM OPT extension.
Program Information
Admissions
Discover a flexible and research-focused Ph.D. program in chemistry designed to encourage individuality and excellence at the University of Chicago.
Financial Aid
Explore the comprehensive financial aid and funding opportunities available to University of Chicago chemistry students.
Curriculum
Pursue your M.S. in Chemistry in as little as three quarters with a flexible curriculum tailored to your interests in Physical, Organic, Inorganic, Materials, or Chemical Biology.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Message from the Director
"The MS in Chemistry offers students the opportunity to engage in world-class research while gaining expertise for a career in scientific industries or strengthening their applications for professional and PhD degrees."
- Professor John Anderson, Director of MS in Chemistry
Your Future in Science Starts Now
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