Chemistry BA Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Chemistry. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BA in Chemistry
120
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry requires 120 credits. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Chemistry
63
To qualify as a major, 53 credits are required. 37 credits are required in chemistry, 8 credits in mathematics and 8 in physics. Additionally, up to 12 credits may be taken in a foreign language.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Chemistry
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-111 General Chemistry I BA Chemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-141¹ Calculus I BA Chemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-193 Research Seminars in Chemistry BA Chemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| 15.5 credits |
¹To register, student must have earned a grade of ‘C’ or higher in MTH 140 or pass a dept exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-112 General Chemistry II BA Chemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-142 Calculus II BA Chemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-181 Safety in the Lab BA Chemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-194 Research Seminars in Chemistry BA Chemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| 15.5 credits |
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Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-251 Organic Chemistry I BA Chemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-253 Organic Chemistry I Lab BA Chemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| CHE 0106-265 Quantitative Analysis Lecture BA Chemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-267 Quantitative Analysis Lab BA Chemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| CHE 0106-293 Research Seminars in Chemistry BA Chemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level I² BA Chemistry/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 13.5 credits |
²Students may elect to sit for language competency exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PHY 0156-114 Physics for Science Majors II BA Physics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-142 Calculus II BA Physics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| POL 0158-102 Introduction to Politics General Education Requirements |
3 credits |
| ECA 0203-111/112 Select 1 course from above General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credirs |
- Join the Chemistry Club! Learn more about them here.
- Volunteer in the Panther Pantry! Give back to the Adelphi community and address food insecurity needs, learn more here!
- Start setting up your LinkedIn profile. Apply for a summer internship with the Jaggar Community Fellows Program.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-321 Physical Chemistry I BA Chemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| PHY 0156-113 Physics for Science Majors I BA Chemistry Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-393 Research Seminars in Chemistry BA Chemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Chemistry/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16.5 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-323 Physical Chemistry I Lab BA Chemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| PHY 0156-114 Physics for Science Majors II BA Chemistry Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-394 Research Seminars in Chemistry BA Chemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Chemistry/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15.5 credits |
- Participate in a CORE and Safe Zone Training.
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- Begin to look for internships and have your resume reviewed by the Center for Career and Professional Development. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni.
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-493 Research Seminars in Chemistry BA Chemistry Requirement |
1 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-494 Research Seminars in Chemistry BA Chemistry Requirement |
1 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 13 credits |
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