Chemistry BA, BS
The science of substances contains the formula for a rewarding career.
Chemists and materials scientists are highly in demand with a strong outlook for job growth.
Our comprehensive program in chemistry builds a foundation in all areas of the discipline, with multiple degree and concentration options. With 7,800 job openings projected each year over the next decade, chemistry is a crucial area of need in a variety of industries.
In-Demand Careers
- Chemist
- Chemical Engineer
- Toxicologist
- Forensic Scientist
- Pharmacologist
- Materials Scientist
Why Chemistry? | Why Our Program?
- Choose from our more general and versatile Bachelor of Arts or the more specialized Bachelor of Science program.
- Our Bachelor of Science program allows for a concentration in biochemistry or professional chemistry.
- We offer an American Chemical Society certified program that provides hands-on opportunities and faculty-directed research in professional labs.
- Topics covered in the and the include: organic chemistry, biochemistry, methods of analysis, physical chemistry, biology and calculus.
Clarke Science, home of our chemistry program, is undergoing a complete modernization scheduled to be completed in 2025. The expanded footprint of the building will house new, state-of-the-art research labs.
Physical Sciences Faculty
Dr. Karen H. Almeida
- Professor
Dr. Laura F. Cooley
- Professor
Dr. Andrea L. Del Vecchio
- Professor
Dr. Elizabeth Kiesewetter
- Associate Professor
Dr. Sarah Weinstein Knowlton
- Professor
Dr. Marc C. Lamontagne
- Professor
Dr. Chin Hin Leung
- Associate Professor
Dr. Medini Padmanabhan
- Associate Professor
Dr. Steven B. Rivers
- Professor
Dr. Daniel P. Snowman
- Professor
Dr. Jamie B. Towle-Weicksel
- Associate Professor
Dr. Benjamin Young
- Associate Professor
Hear from a Student
Garrett Walsh
“Dr. Knowlton is by far one of the most important influences in my life. I owe her a lot. In fact, I owe the entire department a lot. They were all fantastic teachers. I never expected to be so much further ahead in grad school compared to my peers, yet there I was sitting in class thinking, ‘I know this material already.’ I already learned it at Ȧ.”
– Chemistry Major
Collaboration and Research with Faculty
You don't have to be a total science geek to appreciate what goes on in the Department of Physical Sciences at Ȧ.
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Arts and Sciences
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is a community of scholars that pride themselves on academic excellence, diversity and service.
- emailDeanFAS@ric.edu
- phone401-456-8106
- placeGaige Hall