The master of science in chemistry program encourages hands-on research with the department’s internationally recognized faculty. The program focuses on chemistry research in all major areas: analytical, inorganic, physical, theoretical, and biochemistry.

Graduates enter careers in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, teaching, or are well-prepared to continue into a Ph.D. program in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, food science, materials science, or related areas.

Admission Requirements

  • A transcript showing the completion of an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related science
  • Three letters of reference
  • A statement of personal, professional, and academic goals
  • CV
  • GRE scores (Rutgers-Camden GRE Code: 2790)

Application Deadlines

Spring Priority Deadline: December 1st
Fall Priority Deadline for financial consideration: March 1st

*We are still reviewing and accepting applications for the Fall 2024 term. Apply by April 17th.

Degree Requirements

30 total credits, plus a comprehensive examination

  • Plan A: Thesis
    Emphasizes participation in the research efforts of one or more of the faculty based on student interest, culminating in a research thesis, seminar and oral exam
  • Plan B: Non-Thesis
    Requires completion of a major paper and seminar/oral exam on a topic of current research interest with the remaining credits being obtained via coursework

Concentrations

  • Analytical
  • Inorganic
  • Organic
  • Physical
  • Theoretical
  • Biochemistry
  • Cheminformatics

Graduate Faculty

Visit the Chemistry Graduate Faculty Listing.

Contact the Department

Dr. David Salas de la Cruz
(856) 225-6147
ds1191@rutgers.edu

Program Website

Visit the Department of Chemistry website