Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry
Study the Building Blocks of Life with a Degree in Chemistry
Have you ever considered becoming a chemist? Studying chemistry gives you the opportunity to work in a variety of fields and environments. You may work for the government, in a laboratory, in agriculture, forensics, or even cosmetics. Maybe you’ll become a physician, pharmacist, or toxicologist. With our Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, your opportunities are endless.
The exciting thing about studying chemistry is that it allows you to go into multiple fields where you can make a positive impact. You may develop a new drug that cures a major disease. Maybe you’ll create a new skin care regimen for people struggling with cystic acne. Or perhaps you’ll create an eco-friendly pesticide that makes our food safer for consumption.
The field of chemistry needs someone like you, with passion and talent. Our degree will help you combine that passion with knowledge and training to allow you to start making an impact in whatever field you choose.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Nearly all of our chemistry courses have associated labs. That means the information you’re learning in the classroom will also be practiced in a lab to get you the hands-on experience you need.
- Learn from professors who are experienced professionals with doctoral degrees in the subjects they are teaching.
What Will You Learn?
- Analytical chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Inorganic chemistry
- Instrumental analysis
- Organic chemistry
Career Opportunities for Chemistry Graduates
- Analytical chemist
- Chemical laboratory technician
- Chemical/pharmaceutical laboratory supervisor
- Chemistry teacher
- Computational/theoretical chemist
- Cosmetic scientist
- Dietary scientist
- Environmental scientist
- Forensic chemist/scientist
- Government chemist
- Laboratory analyst
- Physician
- Principal researcher in chemistry
- Production chemist
- Quality assurance representative
- Regulatory agent
- Research assistant
- Scientific author
- Toxicologist
Many career opportunities in this field will require additional education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
Facilities and Resources Available to Chemistry Students
- Labs are associated with nearly every course in the Department of Biology and Chemistry, giving you hands-on experience in your field before graduation.
- Your courses and labs are taught by faculty with real-life experience and doctoral degrees.
- There is an emphasis placed on creationism, but evolution is also taught for a well-rounded perspective of the earth’s origins.
- There are many opportunities to be involved in research projects with faculty as an undergraduate student.
- Medical school acceptance rate is over 80% for the Department of Biology and Chemistry.
- Our students’ average MCAT score is above the national average.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Nearly all of our chemistry courses have associated labs. That means the information you’re learning in the classroom will also be practiced in a lab to get you the hands-on experience you need.
- Learn from professors who are experienced professionals with doctoral degrees in the subjects they are teaching.
What Will You Learn?
- Analytical chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Inorganic chemistry
- Instrumental analysis
- Organic chemistry
Career Opportunities for Chemistry Graduates
- Analytical chemist
- Chemical laboratory technician
- Chemical/pharmaceutical laboratory supervisor
- Chemistry teacher
- Computational/theoretical chemist
- Cosmetic scientist
- Dietary scientist
- Environmental scientist
- Forensic chemist/scientist
- Government chemist
- Laboratory analyst
- Physician
- Principal researcher in chemistry
- Production chemist
- Quality assurance representative
- Regulatory agent
- Research assistant
- Scientific author
- Toxicologist
Many career opportunities in this field will require additional education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
Facilities and Resources Available to Chemistry Students
- Labs are associated with nearly every course in the Department of Biology and Chemistry, giving you hands-on experience in your field before graduation.
- Your courses and labs are taught by faculty with real-life experience and doctoral degrees.
- There is an emphasis placed on creationism, but evolution is also taught for a well-rounded perspective of the earth’s origins.
- There are many opportunities to be involved in research projects with faculty as an undergraduate student.
- Medical school acceptance rate is over 80% for the Department of Biology and Chemistry.
- Our students’ average MCAT score is above the national average.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- SAT, ACT, or CLT scores (Liberty University is offering test-optional admission through Fall 2022 acceptance)
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
