Saginaw Valley State University

Enter a world of discovery as a chemistry major at Saginaw Valley State University. Chemistry bridges physical, life, applied, and environmental sciences, and a comprehensive understanding of the field unlocks a multitude of career paths—from research, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals to pursuing medical school.

When you’re passionate about science and how life and the world as we know it have come to be, chemistry provides the answers and the skills for tackling new questions and overcoming obstacles. A program for motivated, curious individuals with a strong investigative side, the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree challenges you from the classroom out into the field. Explore its limitless realm while broadening your knowledge of physical, analytical, organic, and inorganic disciplines. Hands-on experience is paramount: Laboratory work in modern, state-of-the-art facilities complements classroom discussions, allowing you to observe and test theoretical concepts. In receiving the support needed to cultivate your passion, you’ll further have the chance to participate in faculty research, including involving the nearby Kawkawlin River, as well as conduct your own experiments—a rare and rewarding opportunity for undergraduate students.

Guidance doesn’t end there. As you thrive in an engaging environment encouraging exploration, you’ll outline your future on your terms. Prepare for dental, medical, optometry, or another professional school through the assistance of SVSU’s Pre-Health program, which exposes you to a hospital setting before you finish your bachelor’s degree. Envision yourself energizing others over your love of science and chemistry, and strive to specialize your knowledge by entering a graduate program. Or, as chemistry is integral to many industries, gain the research, laboratory, and problem-solving skills needed to contribute to their respective advancements.

Wherever you see yourself, the Department of Chemistry at SVSU brings together a rigorous course of study with creativity and an attitude of perseverance to provide you with a versatile foundation and get you where you want to be.