Chemistry
The Master of Science in chemistry will prepare you for multiple career paths. Master chemists are in demand for positions in chemical industry and government laboratories, and the degree provides solid preparation for those who continue to study at the doctoral level.
A broad range of skillsets
The Chemistry M.S. degree includes coursework, teaching, seminar and thesis components. Your coursework and research experiences will be led by internationally recognized faculty. Contribute to an original research project that leverages your knowledge and creativity. Teaching and seminar components will develop your communication and team-working skills needed to succeed in the workforce.
Degrees & Offerings
Chemistry (M.S.)
Master'sThe Master of Science in Chemistry is available to students who possess a bachelor's degree in chemistry or related disciplines. Students typically complete the degree requirements in two years.
Accelerated Chemistry (B.S./M.S.)
Major + Master'sIf you are a current USD undergraduate student who would like to begin a master's degree while completing your bachelor's degree, you may apply and begin the program after the completion of 90 undergraduate credit hours.
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Known for Excellence
Graduate Assistantships
We provide graduate assistantships (approximately $17,000 per year) to support your studies. Specific projects may qualify for higher stipends.
USD Graduates Succeed
Our graduates find employment in chemical industry or gain admission to Ph.D. programs.
High Impact Research
Choose from projects that span multiple areas of chemistry. Work with collaborators on an interdisciplinary project.
Internationally Recognized Faculty Our faculty lead projects and regularly update the scientific community through conferences and publications.
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
As a student at USD, the opportunities available to you extend beyond the classroom. Explore your interests, find your community and experience your education to the fullest extent through the following opportunities.
Financial support for your studies is available through teaching and research assistantships. Teaching assistants work with faculty members to provide instruction for undergraduate laboratory courses in general and organic chemistry. Research assistantships provide financial support during the summer when graduate students are more actively conducting research.
Teaching and research assistantships are awarded by individual departments. If you do not receive an assistantship within your department, you are eligible for an assistantship outside of your academic program or within support offices (non-academic units) at USD. Further inquiries should be directed to the graduate chair of the department.
Learn to conduct original, high-impact research with active mentorship from a faculty member. Choose from a variety of research topics that span the major disciplines within chemistry, including interdisciplinary projects supported by collaborators from other groups. Each faculty member leads a research team that typically includes undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral members. Work as a member of a team, learn to mentor junior members of the group, and develop independent research skills. Students typically present their research at regional and national professional meetings.
USD is home to more than 170 student organizations, including several that are housed in the School of Business. You may be interested in marketing or Beacom Consulting Group to make friends, develop new skills and explore your interests.
Chemistry Club
The Chemistry Club’s goal is to make chemistry more exciting and intriguing for a wide variety of students. The group sponsors multiple activities off- and on-campus, such as an elementary outreach program and a Christmas/Welcome Back party with the department's faculty.
Women in Chemistry
The Chemistry WISE provides a networking resource for women graduate students, undergraduate students and post-docs in the department, with the goal of increasing the recruitment and retention of women in STEM fields.
Graduate & Professional Student Association (GPSA)
Join your fellow graduate and professional students at USD. We aim to build a sense of community between graduate and professional students. Build your resume, network with others and gain experience and the unique opportunity to represent the interests of graduate students to the greater campus and community.
Departments & Facilities
Chemistry
USD Chemistry is a tight-knit community of scholars. Undergraduates, graduate students, post-docs, and faculty work together in the classroom and the laboratory to solve some of today's biggest challenges in health, energy and the environment.
Faculty & Staff
James Hoefelmeyer
David Hawkinson
CY Jiang
Matthew Lovander
Kadarkaraisamy Mariappan
Pere Miro
Grigoriy Sereda
Haoran Sun
Andrew Sykes
Joe Vitt
Bess Vlaisavljevich
Zhenqiang Wang
Steven Wu
Cutting-Edge Equipment and Facilities
Vibrant Research Community
Surprisingly Affordable
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180.3
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340.15
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470.45
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654.05
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55.3
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55.3
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More About Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates are subject to change and may vary depending on the program or department. Visit the Graduate Tuition & Costs page for more information.
* Graduate Assistant (GA) rates are available for resident, non-resident and online students.