STEM Programs
Chemistry Degree
Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math Bachelor’s Degree Programs
As a chemistry major, discover what makes up our world and use it to build a stronger future. Master foundational knowledge of general, organic, and physical chemistry and springboard into your area of interest. Conduct research alongside expert faculty, then present your findings to your peers. Choose from either a professional or liberal arts track in chemistry to target your career goals.
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Why should I earn a chemistry degree?
Meaningful Careers
Be at the forefront of scientific developments that build the future and impact how the world lives, eats, heals, and makes progress.
High Salary Potential
Chemists and material scientists earned a median yearly salary of $78,330 per year in 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Preparation
If your career goals include graduate or doctoral education in scientific research, medical science, or more, a bachelor’s degree in chemistry can be your foundation.
What Can I Do With a Chemistry Degree
- Healthcare
- Ethanol industry
- Semi-conductor industry
- Food and pharmaceutical industries
- On Campus
On Campus
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Why study chemistry at BVU?
Get Involved
The Chemistry Action Club is dedicated to increasing scientific literacy and excitement in local schools by giving students hands-on learning experiences.
Internships
Take advantage of internship opportunities in large research labs or clinic settings.
Research
Complete research alongside expert faculty and present your findings to your peers through a paper and presentation.
High-Tech Research Facility
Take advantage of BVU’s outstanding Siebens Science Center. Put classroom concepts into practice in cutting-edge labs and research facilities. The 70,000-square-foot Science Center contains 18 labs and three research areas, including:
- Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscope (NMR)
- Gas chromatography-mass spectrometer (GC-MS)
- Confocal microscope
- Spectrophotometers
- Gene guns
- Human Cadaver Lab
- Fossils
- Specimens and skeletons
- Sterile hoods
- Labs fully equipped to study DNA and RNA
- Thermal cyclers
- Optics Lab
- UV and chemiluminescent imaging equipment
- Greenhouse with three environmental growth chambers
Join a Welcoming Community.
Share Remarkable Experiences.
JAELYN DAGGS-OLSON, Class of 2017
Jaelyn completed several summer internships as a BVU student, including a highly competitive program at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. In addition to this internship, Jaelyn gained real-world experience at three different pharmacies throughout her time at BVU. Today, Jaelyn is enrolled at the University of Iowa in the Doctor of Pharmacy program.
Transfer to BVU
100 percent of associate degrees from our community college partners transfer to BVU. Most AA degrees require 68 credits, and we make sure that they all transfer to BVU. Talk about saving time and money!
Contact a personal advisor at 712.749.1000 to see how your credits will transfer.
See How Your Credits TransferChemistry Courses
Financial Aid & Scholarships
We’ll help you figure out your options for financial assistance and possible scholarships.
Learn MoreChemistry Faculty
Our instructors are committed to helping you build the future of Iowa and beyond.
See Our FacultyTransfer Your Credits
Do you have previously earned credits or an associate degree? BVU accepts most — if not all — of your credits so you don’t have to retake courses.
Learn MoreEarn a Master’s Degree Faster with Our Accelerated Program
With BVU's Plus One program, you can earn your education, special education, or organizational leadership master's within one year of graduating with your bachelor’s degree.
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Physics majors at BVU get a lot of one-on-one time and group interactions with expert professors.
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Pre-Engineering Program
As a pre-engineering student at BVU, you’ll have access to a dual degree engineering program partnered with Washington University in St. Louis.
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