Our Chemistry and Biochemistry graduate programs provide education and research that is relevant and timely to society in an atmosphere that promotes cooperation and interaction among the students and faculty.
We train students to become highly effective scientists by providing them with the interdisciplinary tools, research skills and ethical and service sensibilities needed to succeed in their future career. This includes offering a variety of rigorous graduate level courses, maintaining cutting-edge research programs within individual laboratories, and compliance with the Code for Professional Ethical Conduct espoused by the American Chemical Society.
Our graduate program is focused on providing a research experience in a personalized environment conducive to reaching your goals and maximizing your potential.
Chemistry Doctoral and Master's Degrees
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Ph.D. in ChemistryOur chemistry Ph.D. degree trains highly effective scientists with the interdisciplinary tools, research skills, and ethical and service sensibilities needed to succeed. Our faculty pursue state-of-the-art research in their labs.
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Chemistry—Molecular and Cellular Biology Ph.D.Our interdisciplinary graduate program in Chemistry and Molecular and Cellular Biology provides students with one-on-one faculty mentoring and cutting-edge scientific, education, and research opportunities.
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Online M.S. in ChemistryWith convenient online courses, you can earn all 30 credits needed to receive your M.S. in Chemistry in as few as three semesters. Along the way, you will acquire skills and knowledge in a wide range of chemical and biochemical topics.
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M.S. in ChemistryStudents pursuing a Master of Science degree in Chemistry plan, execute, evaluate, and communicate original chemical research, developing specialized research skills under the guidance of a faculty research adviser.
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Double Master's with Leipzig UniversityEarn two graduate degrees simultaneously from Ohio University and Leipzig University in an accelerated program (16-18 months) while gaining international research experience in Germany.
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Craft Brewing CertificateThis certificate provides the fundamental principles of biochemistry, microbiology, and engineering, as well as entrepreneurial aspects and small business ownership, all through the lens of craft brewing.
Making Discoveries, from Nanomaterials to Drug Discovery
Chemistry Graduate Financial Aid
Careers with a Chemistry Graduate Degree
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Contact Us
Graduate Chair: Katherine Cimatu
On-campus graduate recruitment chair: Mick Held
Online graduate recruitment chair: Mike Jensen
Resource Links
- Graduate Chemistry Courses (CHEM)
- Chemistry Graduate Student Professional Development
- Chemistry & Biochemistry Colloquium Series
- International Student and Scholar Services , includes information on orientation, living in the Athens community, and visas
- Graduate College at Ohio University , information on electronic these and dissertations
- Graduate Student Senate , a good resource for travel and research funds. The site also provides information on initiatives and developments of interest to graduate students.
- Ohio University Health Center