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Chemistry
College of Arts & Sciences
CHEMISTRY is the "central science"–bridging the physical sciences and life sciences. It is the study of the properties, behavior, and changes of matter.
about the program
As a chemistry student at MNU, you’ll investigate how molecules form and react, and apply that knowledge to areas such as biochemistry, forensics, inorganic chemistry, and analytical chemistry. This curriculum gives you excellent preparation for graduate study or medical school.
WE EQUIP YOU
Small lab sizes ensure that you have plenty of opportunity to conduct hands-on experiments and gain experience with lab technology and techniques—beginning your freshman year!
Our chemistry labs are equipped with many standard instruments used in research and industry, including:
- gas chromatograph
- high performance liquid chromatograph
- nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometers
- infrared spectrometers
- ultraviolet spectrometers
- atomic absorption spectrometers
- laser lab built for Raman spectroscopy
Your junior or senior year, you will participate in our challenging research program, expanding your knowledge of scientific practice and making you a competitive candidate for graduate school or medical school.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
A number of scholarships and awards are available to chemistry students including:
- Charles K. Morrow Memorial Scholarship
- Earl Thomas Memorial Scholarship
- Evelyn Yoesel Memorial Scholarship
- Elsie M. O’Connell Memorial Scholarship
- Denny Apple Memorial Scholarship
- Sterling House Scholarship
- Science Pioneer Award/Scholarship
- Freshman Chemistry Award
- Organic Chemistry Award
- Outstanding Senior Chemistry Major
Chemistry majors will be provided a new iPad to increase their learning experience.
Advance Degree Opportunity
The MNU & K-State Cooperative Program gives MNU students the opportunity to earn up to 9 credit hours toward their bachelor’s degree by taking advanced science courses at K-State Olathe. These courses also count as graduate credit toward an M.S. in Veterinary Biomedical Science or a Professional Science Master’s degree in Applied Biosciences. This allows MNU students the opportunity to access courses not offered at MNU with the potential for an accelerated pathway to a master’s degree.
Potential Careers
- Chemical Technician
- Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Scientist
- Hazardous Waste Manager
- Physician
- Forensic Scientist
- Materials Scientist
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Research Scientist - In fields like pharmaceuticals, electronics, oil & gas, cosmetics, agriculture, food science, animal science, and manufacturing
Sample Schedule
Freshman Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM | 1104 | General Chemistry I & Lab | 4 |
| BLIT | 1203 | Discovering the New Testament | 3 |
| BIOL | 1114 | Biology I & Lab | 4 |
| MATH | 1405 | Calculus I | 5 |
| FRST | 1101 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
Freshman Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL | 1503 | Composition I | 3 |
| BLIT | 1103 | Discovering the Old Testament | 3 |
| CHEM | 2104 | General Chemistry II & Lab | 4 |
| MATH | 2103 | Calculus II | 4 |
Sophomore Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| FNAR | 1103 | Intro to Fine Arts | 3 |
| THEO | 2003 | Christian Beliefs | 3 |
| CHEM | 3005 | Organic Chemistry I & Lab | 5 |
| PHYS | 2005 | General Physics I & Lab (Calc Based) | 5 |
Sophomore Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL | 1703 | Composition II | 3 |
| CHEM | 3404 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
| CHEM | 3104 | Organic Chemistry II & Lab | 4 |
| PHYS | 2105 | General Physics II & Lab (Calc Based) | 5 |
Junior Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC | 1103 | General Psychology | 3 |
| MATH | 3503 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| HIST | Gen Ed Social Responsibility | 3 | |
| CHEM | Upper-Division CHEM Elective | 3 | |
| Minor or Other Elective | 3 |
Junior Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM | 1303 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Gen Ed Social Responsibility | 3 | ||
| Gen Ed Aesthetic Literacy | 3 | ||
| PHIL | Gen Ed Critical Thinking | 3 | |
| Minor or Other Electives | 4 | ||
Senior Year - First Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Ed Activity Course | 2 | ||
| CHEM | Upper-Division CHEM Elective | 3 | |
| Minor or Other Elective | 12 |
Senior Year - Second Semester
| Course | # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM | Upper-Division CHEM Elective | 3 | |
| Minor Elective | 12 |
Career Earnings
$54,400
average annual
$2,339,200
career average
$65k
Chemical Technician
$58k
Research Scientist
$56k
Forensic Scientist
$50k
Hazardous Waste Manager
$208k
Physician
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