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Master of Science [M.S] [Chemistry] From Western Carolina University

Cullowhee, North CarolinaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1889established year
11639enrollment
Public

Master of Science [M.S] (Chemistry)

2 years
Full Time

$20,354/Yr

$20,354 /Yr

The traditional M.S. in Chemistry prepares students for research and development work in the chemistry field and can serve as a foundational degree for students hoping to pursue doctoral degrees in the health sciences. The M.S. with a concentration in environmental chemistry prepares students for work in environmental regulation, research and response. The PSM is a non-thesis masters degree that prepares people for work on the business side of the chemical industry with a focus on biopharmaceutical and natural products.

The Master of Science is a 30-semester hour program that provides opportunities to advance your knowledge of chemistry in the classroom and the laboratory. Course work includes topics such as pharmacology, biostatistics and genomics. Students on the traditional track will also work, individually, with a faculty member on an original research project in forensic chemistry, biochemistry, materials science or another subcategory of chemistry. PSM students will earn exposure to professional writing and other essential business administration skills.

Chemists have a variety of professional options available inside and outside of their specific field. Many chemists go on to continue their research in a specific discipline while other find themselves in the classroom continuing their studies or as an educator. Chemists can be found working in the fields of hazardous waste management, biotechnology, government research, agricultural chemistry and many other fields across the occupational spectrum. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states the average salary of chemists and material scientists is $73,060 and expects the job field to grow 6% by 2022.


Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Fall Intake Feb 1, 2024

Tuition Fees


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Application Requirements:

  • Applicant must have completed bachelors degree from an accredited university
  • Submit official transcripts of all previous education completed
  • Official transcripts must be evaluated by an agency like WES
  • Submit three letters of recommendation
  • Submit goal statement outlining your goals and research objectives
  • Submit English Language Proficiency test scores

English Language Requirements:

  • TOEFL: minimum 79 in iBT; 550 in PBT
  • IELTS: minimum 6
  • Duolingo: minimum 105
  • PTE: minimum 56

Scores Required

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

56 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
KC Mahindra ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 5,542/Yr$5,542Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
ASID Foundation Legacy ScholarshipsScholarship per student$ 4,000/Yr$4,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship ProgramScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020Scholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
YouAreWelcomeHere ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyApprenticeshipTypeTuition-Fee-Waiver


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