Study chemistry in a program that is nationally recognized for its faculty-student collaborations, certified by the American Chemical Society, built to leverage undergraduate student research as a learning tool, and rooted firmly in the liberal arts.
The chemistry department actively blurs the line between research and academic study, enabling undergraduates to conduct graduate-level research using top-line tools such as our dual beam x-ray diffractometer.
Students pursue opportunities to reinforce concepts learned in the classroom and contribute to the scientific community through lab experiences and a vigorous summer research program. Skills learned in this endeavor prepare graduates for a wide variety of career paths, including direct employment in pharmaceutical or other life sciences firms.
The department offers the following major and minor programs:
Explore opportunities for undergraduate student research on both faculty-led and student-driven projects.
Meet the faculty and staff behind the department and learn about their ongoing research and scholarship.
Learn more about labs and equipment available to Colgate undergraduates in chemistry.
Learn about required and elective courses available to students in the chemistry department.
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Colgate’s chemistry graduates achieve success in both academia and diverse industries.