Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Analyze the possibilities of a future in Chemistry.

Chemists make the stuff of modern life - plastics, composites, pharmaceuticals, microelectronics, nanomaterials and so much more. The career possibilities are endless. You can get off to a great start with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.

At Edinboro, you will follow a rigorous curriculum founded on evidence-based science. You’ll thrive in small-size lectures and labs taught by faculty, not graduate assistants. As you work alongside them and participate in their research, they will become your mentors. They will also train you in the use of modern instrumentation for the analysis and production of biomolecules and prepare you for valuable internships that will enhance your skills and build your resume.

Key outcomes of the Chemistry program include the ability to think critically, apply analytical and logical skills to problem-solving, understand current social and ethical issues related to chemical science, apply core knowledge, theories and practices of chemistry and communicate technical information in a professional manner.

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry program at Edinboro is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS), and students who meet the criteria will obtain an ACS certified degree.

When you graduate, you will be well prepared to pursue a graduate degree in Chemistry or related science or find employment in a variety of industries, including chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, quality control, government research or education. This high-caliber program is also an excellent foundation for medical school.

Expert Faculty

Accomplished faculty instruct, guide, and inspire Edinboro students to achieve and lead. EU faculty are recognized for their commitment to student success and creating a personal and engaging academic environment.

Experiential Learning

The Edinboro experience extends well beyond the classroom. EU students prepare for careers and life through opportunities for hands-on learning, collaborative research with faculty, global travel, and internships.

Modern Facilities

Fighting Scots live, work, and play in state-of-the-art facilities on EU’s picturesque 585-acre campus. Located just 20 miles south of Erie, Pennsylvania’s fourth-largest city, Edinboro is bustling with exciting activities.

Learn to operate state-of-the-art scientific instruments.

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry program at Edinboro is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS), and students who meet the criteria will obtain an ACS certified degree.

State-of-the-art facilities give you a competitive edge.

If equipment such as atomic absorption spectrophotometers, Carl Zeiss polarimeters, fluorimeters, and electrolyte analyzers get your heart pumping, you will enjoy every minute in the Cooper Science Center. A $32 million expansion offers you plenty of opportunities for hands-on experience with high-tech analytical instruments. It’s not just fun and fascinating to use these devices, but the experience will give you an advantage in your professional career. The newest instruments in the Department of Chemistry include:

• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer - The Bruker BioSpin Avance III HD 400 system is the most sensitive, most accurate, highest performance NMR spectrometer in the market today. With robust, automated and intuitive software, it is ideal for both the teaching lab and research.
• GC-MS QP2010 Ultra - A new Shimadzu Corporation modal QP2010 Ultra replaces our older gas chromatography-mass spectrometer systems, providing students and faculty with the most widely used and powerful tools for chemical analysis.

Evidence of graduate success.

Most graduates of our program go on to successful careers in the chemical industry. Some continue their studies in graduate chemistry programs or pharmacy school, while others become high school teachers. Here are a few examples of where our alumni are now:

• Seth Allen (BS ’17) - PPG, Pittsburgh, PA
• Miguel Montes de Oca (BS ’17) - PPG Aerospace, California
• Autumn Pahel (BS ’17) - Eastman, Akron, OH
• Wesley Scott (BS ’17) - Graduate Student, Bio-organic Geochemistry, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
• Michael Spicuzza (BS ’16) - PPG, Pittsburgh, PA
• Brittany Sanden (BS ’15) - M. Ed. Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, PA
• Theresa Dames (BS ’15) - High School Chemistry Teacher
• Dominic Sirianni (BS ’15) - Graduate Student, Computational Chemistry, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA

About Edinboro University

Edinboro University is committed to excellence in academics and in every aspect of campus life. A passion for student success, a comprehensive catalog of offerings and a supportive yet challenging academic environment define the EU experience.

Edinboro University is one of Pennsylvania’s most distinguished centers of learning and research. Acclaimed artists, medical professionals, Disney and Pixar animators and leaders in business, education, criminal justice, and many other fields have built the foundations of their success at EU. Class sizes are small and are taught by an internationally recognized faculty, 90 percent of whom hold terminal degrees in their field, offering students the personalized and high-quality education they need to succeed.

The University is distinguished by its genuine dedication to student success, promising the attention, careful advising and state-of-the-art facilities necessary to ensure students achieve their goals and exceed their own expectations.

Founded in 1857 as a private training school for teachers, EU has grown into the northwestern Pennsylvania region’s largest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. With a vibrant campus community, more than 100 areas of academic study, the area’s premier student housing complex, numerous clubs and organizations, nationally renowned services for students with physical disabilities, NCAA athletics, performing arts, a thriving Greek life scene and a 65,000-person alumni network, Edinboro University is committed to providing the highest quality, most affordable undergraduate, graduate and co-curricular education possible.

Edinboro University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, or sexual orientation in its education programs or activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, or sexual orientation in employment, as well as all education programs and activities operated by the University (both on and off campus), and protect all people regardless of their gender or gender identity from sex discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence.

The Faculty

• 312 full- and part-time instructional faculty
• 15 to 1 student-faculty ratio

Enrollment

• 4,834 total enrollment
• 3,572 undergraduates
• 1,212 first-year students
• 1,262 graduate students

The Campus

Located in Edinboro, Pennsylvania

43 buildings on 585 acres

Five-acre lake, open fields and woods

State-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories

Degrees Offered

Associate of arts, associate of engineering technology, associate of science, bachelor of arts, bachelor of fine arts, bachelor of science, bachelor of science in education, bachelor of science in nursing, bachelor of science in art education, master of arts, master of fine arts, master of education, master of science, master of science in nursing, master of social work, doctor of nursing practice.

Programs Offered

• 112 baccalaureate degree programs
• 18 graduate degree programs
• 12 associate degree programs
• 15 certificates

Athletics

17 varsity sports, plus wheelchair basketball and eSports: men’s basketball, cross country, football, swimming, tennis, track, wrestling, and wheelchair basketball; women’s basketball, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track, indoor track and volleyball.

The Fighting Scots compete in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Divisions I (wrestling) and II.

Charter

Edinboro University is a public, regional, comprehensive university.

Mission

The mission of Edinboro University is to develop students personally, intellectually and professionally to become contributing citizens to the Commonwealth and beyond.

Vision

By offering excellent programs and services for an ever-changing society, Edinboro University will be the first choice among students, employers, and the community.

Values

Edinboro University maintains a welcoming culture of acceptance and belonging and is committed to:

• Fostering an appreciation for learning as a life-long process
• Supporting a community that values integrity, responsibility, respect, and inclusiveness
• Encouraging innovation, creativity, exploration, and reflection

Enhancing quality in all aspects of a cohesive university experience